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Quality Time Doesn’t Cost a Thing
Reported by Bahiyah Shabazz, MBA Each day families try to think of ways to save money and spend quality time with one another. Moms and dads are so concerned with making ends meet that they aren’t...
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Paying children to perform chores will teach them financial responsibility
It’s no secret that children learn financial habits from their parents. When you complain about not having money so does your children. In order to break the cycle, it’s time to teach children proper...
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Establish credit for your new college student
You’ve been preparing for this moment for years. The cap and gown are purchased. The open house is scheduled and the road trip to college is dreadfully planned. Your child is officially an adult. But...
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Why are some TV shows teaching our children bad financial behaviors?
Recently, I was watching a family show. The intro was endearing until it got to the plot. The plot consisted of two [teenage] girls opening a checking account. The bank provided both of them with a...
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Who said spending all your money is cool?
Financial behavior begins earlier than we know. It either worsens or improves as we become adults. Even then, sometimes there's no hope for the economic turmoil that is unavoidable. It's time to become...
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Lead by example
Children emulate the behavior and actions of their parents. They learn their facial expressions, mannerisms, style and financial behavior. If you want your child to grow up with a certain...
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Single parents need help
It doesn't matter the combination when it comes to taking care of business and making ends meet. There are many parents who share joint custody, but the children primarily lives with either one or the...
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College Savings Month
September is the month for you to ask as many questions as possible as well as inquire about your child's 529 College Savings Plan. While you're getting your financial house in order take the time to...
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Giving your children allowance may give them a sense of entitlement
While figuring an allowance it's prudent to contemplate which chores can be attached to receiving money. Yes, you want to make sure that your child knows that in order to receive you must be willing to...
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Sesame Street teaches children about money
If you are a parent who doesn't know where to begin when discussing proper money management with your children these videos are great to incorporate during family time. Watch the videos, let your...
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Teach your child to manage his money
Chores teach children responsibility and strengthen leadership. It can also mimic the structure of receiving a paycheck when a task is performed. Whether you are on board with providing an allowance or...
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Are you feeling pressured by your children?
If you are fortunate enough to have active children, it could be a blessing and a curse at the same time. The activities keep them busy, but your pockets tight.
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Q&A: Money Expert
Often times, Bahiyah Shabazz, Fabulous & Money Savvy™ Coach receives a financial question. She shares her answer and expertise with the readers because everyone has a story. Submit your questions...
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A mother’s worth is priceless
A mother's worth is more than the value anyone can ever calculate. It's a lifetime position with no pay, but many rewards.
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Children: It’s the little things that will teach about money
I had a conversation with a friend about teaching our children the value of money. We had to admit that things have changed since we were young. Today's children rely on debit and prepaid cards instead...
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Teach your children the value of money
It's important to teach children at an early age the value of money management.
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Blogtalk Radio: The Dos & Don’ts to saving for college
Tune in to Fix Your Money Blogtalk Radio, Sunday July 7, 5:30 pm CST, to hear The Dos & Don'ts to Saving for College, with guest expert, Apryl Moore Beasley.
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There’s a price to pay for being a bully
It’s a child’s worse nightmare to encounter a person who is twice as loud, size, and intimidating. The horror of being bullied by handing over lunch money, walking on one side of the hall and avoiding...
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What your parents didn’t tell you about money
In our society, you will hear more about sex and drugs than personal finance. It's a subject that no one wants to talk about. The elephant in the room is actually noticeable to everyone. Instead of...
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I’m not saying she’s a gold digger: Wade and Ludacris pay for 18 years
Social media has been blowing up about Dwyane Wade, Gabriel Union and Aja Metoyer real life scandal. Instead of getting into the celebrity gossip, we at Fabulous & Money Savvy™ would like to take a...
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