Financial New Year’s Resolutions That Actually Work
Make 2026 your best financial year with these 5 resolutions that actually stick: The secret? Small consistent actions beat big sporadic efforts. Pick ONE resolution, master it, then add another.
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Smart Ways to Use Your Year-End Bonus
Got a year-end bonus coming? Here’s how to make it work harder for your family. The 50/30/20 Bonus RuleSplit your bonus smartly: 50% to debt or savings, 30% to family goals, 20% for fun....
Tax Tips for 2026: What Parents Should Know Now
As 2025 ends, smart families are already planning for 2026 taxes. Here’s what you need to know: Child Tax Credit ChangesThe enhanced Child Tax Credit continues in 2026. Families can claim up to $2,000...
Setting Financial Goals as a Family
Turn money goals into family wins. Start with a family meeting to discuss dreams: vacations, home improvements, education. Make goals SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). Create visual trackers kids can understand—thermometer charts for...
Teaching Teenagers About Credit Scores
Before your teen turns 18, teach them credit basics. Credit scores (300-850) impact loans, apartments, even job prospects. Explain: payment history matters most (35%), keep credit utilization under 30%, length of credit history counts,...