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Marriage, Children, and Family

Advice on managing money with your spouse and teaching financial lessons to your children.

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Marriage, Children, and Family posts

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Getting Your Teen's FICO® Score Ready, Before They Head Off to College

Getting your teenager ready for college not only involves researching universities, applying and being accepted, it’s also about preparing them to be adults.

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Preparing to Buy a Home - My Millennial Son's Journey

My husband and I recently sat down with our 28-year old son to discuss purchasing his first home.

Breaking Down a Wedding Buget

Breaking Down a Wedding Budget

A wedding is the first opportunity many couples get to say those three little words: "Check the budget."

A couple expecting a baby puts together a crib

8 Financial Steps to Bringing Home Your Baby

February 8, 2019

Bringing another human being into the world is a major financial undertaking. Prepare your finances in these 8 steps.

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Is Buying a Home Right for You?

September 14, 2018

Homeownership is a life-changing decision. Are you financially ready to make the move?

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Money

September 5, 2018

Sharing stories about your finances can help your children learn valuable lessons about managing their own money.

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The Rising Costs of Raising Children

Here are a few tips to get the most out of your revenue when raising children.

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Are You Ready for Retirement?

Retirement is a goal we all have, but it's not always so easy to plan for.