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Category: Financial Education
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Crucial Financial Lessons to Teach Your Teenager
Posted on January 11, 2021
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Savings
Parenting isn’t easy and it seems like there are endless lessons to teach your kids in order to fully prepare them for adulthood. Teaching your teenager about the importance of money management will have a lasting positive impact on their future. Here are five financial lessons you can implement into your parenting:
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7 Daily Habits That Will Save You Money
Posted on August 25, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, goals, Personal Finances, Savings
Saving money doesn’t have to be complicated – there are habits to incorporate into your daily routine that will save you money in the long run. These tips are simple and easy to start but also very effective. It's time to take control of your finances and make some healthy changes!
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Smart Money Choices for First-Time Parents
Posted on August 18, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Savings
Entering parenthood can be one of the most exciting yet scary times in life. The financial aspect of raising children is just one small piece to the parenting puzzle, but it’s an important piece. We’re here to help you make smart money choices you might not have thought to make.
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Finance Tips Your Kids Should Know Before College
Posted on August 4, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Savings
Whether you’ve had children head off to college in the past or this is your first child to do so, these financial tips are a great refresher for everyone. College students are known to live off of very little money, but there are ways to change that. Going into college with a financial plan will help your child avoid worrying about money while in school and can lower the amount of debt he or she might have in the...
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How Can My Teenager Start Saving for the Future?
Posted on July 30, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Savings
High school years are often tricky when it comes to money. Your teenager might have a part-time job, but how can they start using that money wisely and investing in their future? Keep reading to find out how you can guide your child towards smart financial decisions.
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Simple Money-Saving Advice for Big Families
Posted on July 16, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Savings
With each new addition to the family, expenses rise and finances can become more difficult to handle. That’s no reason not to enjoy having a big family, though! With these simple and effective money-saving tips, you can maintain peace of mind knowing you’re handling your money in the best way possible.
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5 Things to Teach Your Kids About Money
Posted on June 8, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, General, Personal Finances, Savings
Parenting isn’t easy, and we are here to help you in whatever ways we can. Keep reading to learn about these 5 simple and important things to teach your kids about money!
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Financial Planning Basics
Posted on June 1, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Savings
If you’re thinking about revamping the way you handle your finances, the first step is to plan. If you lay the details out and write things down, you’ll be much more likely to follow through and be financially wise. We’ve gathered some of the basic and practical tips when it comes to financial planning!
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How to Set and Reach Your Financial Goals
Posted on April 29, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, General, Personal Finances, Savings
A dream is just a dream until a plan is created and executed. It can be a challenge to know where to start, as some days the expenses seem to come in faster than you can keep up. It’s time to take a step back, think about what you want for your life and begin building that future today.
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Jumpstarting Your Child’s Tuition Savings: How Much to Save
Posted on August 20, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, General, Personal Finances, Personal Loans, Savings
You only want the best for your child - but how much is the best? Figuring out the amount of money to begin putting away for your child’s tuition can be tough. Yes, they will be able to contribute, but it doesn’t hurt to help your baby get the educational future they deserve. That’s why Fairfax State Savings Bank offers some insight on what funds you should begin putting towards your child’s education today!