Financial Matters for Parents and Children

Teaching money skills

6 steps to help a middle or high schooler budget

Basic budgeting skills can help your child plan their spending and set them up for long-term success handling money. Here are 6 steps to get them started.

How to talk to your kids about money

Teaching kids about money early can help grow their financial skills in adulthood. Learn how to talk about money and teach them basic money lessons.

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Saving & Budgeting

How to talk to your kids about their first savings account

Don't know how to talk to your kids about savings? Here are some strategies that can help teach them about the importance of saving.

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Personal Banking

How to talk to your kids about their first debit card

As cards are replacing cash, your child needs to be ready to use them responsibly. Here's what you need to know about their first debit card.

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Managing family finances

Saving & Budgeting

How to balance your family’s savings priorities

Saving for yourself is hard enough, but when you save for a family, things can get complicated. Learn how to plan and prioritize so you can save for your family’s short- and long-term goals.

Your guide to creating a budget plan

A personal budget can help you take control of your spending and saving. These steps can help you get started in reaching your short- and long-term goals.

Caring for parents

Saving & Budgeting

Managing your parent’s finances: 8 steps to guide the transition

Learn how you can work with your aging parents to begin taking on responsibility for their finances.

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Coping with the cost of caregiving

Being a primary caregiver can mean big financial responsibilities. Try these strategies to help reduce expenses and stress.

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Simple ways to add to your savings

Discover helpful and practical ways to save with budgeting tips and tools to get you closer to realizing your financial goals.

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What to consider when buying your first home

First-time homeowners have a lot to consider. Learn the ins and outs of the process from finding a loan to figuring out how to pay for the down payment.

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Financial guidance for students

Graduate to the next phase of life with help from these resources—from paying for college to budgeting, bank accounts and credit scores.

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6 steps to help a middle or high schooler budget

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Teen guide: How to handle your first debit card

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How to talk to your kids about money

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How to talk to your kids about their first savings account

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How to talk to your kids about their first debit card

Managing family finances

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How to balance your family’s savings priorities

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Your guide to creating a budget plan

Caring for parents

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Managing your parent’s finances: 8 steps to guide the transition

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Coping with the cost of caregiving

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Simple ways to add to your savings

What to consider when buying your first home

Financial guidance for students