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MAGA Accounts And A $1,000 Baby Bonus: What To Know
MAGA accounts are proposed child savings plans with limited tax perks. Here’s how they compare to 529s. The post MAGA Accounts And A $1,000 Baby Bonu…
How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)
Paying for college is one of the biggest financial hurdles families face—even as you’re chasing or approaching FIRE. What’s the smartest way to save …
11 Best Places To Sell Used Baby Items
Are you looking for the best places to sell used baby items? As parents, we all know how quickly baby items pile up. One moment you’re buying n…
When You Don’t Want Your Kids To Be Just Like You
There comes a moment when your child might look up and say, with wide-eyed innocence: At first, you may feel a surge of pride. Your hard work is bein…
How I Got My Start as a Virtual Assistant with a Baby on My Hip
Today, I’m excited to introduce a guest post from Dominique Déraiche, the creator behind Mommy VA Blog. Dominique is a mom who traded in h…
Episode 204. “We make $226K—but our kids think we’re broke”
Lisa (37) and Marcus (38) have been married for 14 years, raising four kids and building a life together—but when it comes to money, they couldn’t …
Use Stock Market Downturns To Make Your Kids Millionaires
Nobody enjoys a stock market downturn, especially those who rely more on returns without active income. But as parents, we can use these sell-offs as…
Various Things Children Can Do To Earn Money For A Business
One of my goals is to put my kids to work so they can earn money, contribute to a Roth IRA, and learn the value of hard work and the power of investi…
Should I Purchase an Annuity for My Child as Part of My Estate Plan?
Never running out of money can be an attractive plan if you worry your child may run out of money. Is buying an annuity for them a good move? The pos…
How To Make Your Children Millionaires Before They Leave Home
If you don’t believe the world will grant your children a fair chance to succeed, you may want to take matters into your own hands as parents. One wa…
Ask HTM: Is Direct Indexing Worth It, Sticky Cosigning Situations, & Kiddos With Credit Or Debit – …
Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…
5 Ways to Set Up Your Kids Financially Without Ruining Them
One of a parent's biggest dilemmas is, "How can we best set up our kids financially without ruining them?" Here are five suggestions. The post 5 Ways…
Having Kids Might Not Hurt Your Ideal FIRE Lifestyle After All
There are plenty of reasons people choose not to have kids, with the cost of raising them being a major one. Another big factor is the fear that chil…
Should You Keep Adding To A 529 Plan After A Child Turns 18?
You can keep contributing to a 529 plan after your child turns 18. Here’s why it could help with taxes, grad school, or even a Roth IRA rollover. The…
Best Debit Cards For Kids And Parents
Debit cards are tools that can help parents teach their children about managing money. See our top picks of debit cards for kids and parents. The pos…
Baby Maeve and the Ovarian Lottery
What financial lessons can we learn from an 8-month old baby about luck, timing, and something called "the Ovarian lottery?"
Ask HTM: Covering Expensive Childcare, Fidelity Fees, & Frugal or Cheap Car Tires – Episode 940
Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…
Best Starter Checking Accounts For Kids In January 2025
We break down the best starter checking accounts for kids with a focus on accounts with low fees and strong parental control options. The post Best S…
Ask HTM: Sahm Rule Recession Indicator, New App Gives Kids IRAs, & Paying for Big One-Time Expenses…
Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…
Feeling Poor As A Child May Help Them Grow Rich In Many Ways
If you're a FIRE parent, one of your biggest concerns might be raising a spoiled and entitled child who takes hard work and money for granted. If thi…