Watch this video on YouTube Do your kids know how much money you make? If not, and they asked, would you feel comfortable telling them? My hunch is that the most common answer to both these questions is “No.” Talking about money is such a strong taboo that...
Watch this video on YouTube Many parents don’t talk to their kids about money. As a financial planner, I’m an exception to that norm. My kids would be quick to tell you I talk to them about money a lot. Here are a few of the things I want my kids to know about...
Watch this video on YouTube When it comes to children and money, it’s my experience that parents from a variety of backgrounds and income levels want the same thing: for their kids to be successful and happy. While families might have different definitions of...
Watch this video on YouTube In estate planning, “equal” isn’t necessarily the same as “fair”. I rarely see an estate plan that does not treat children equally. When I do see inequality, it’s usually because a parent is estranged...
The determining factor that may give your kids the best chance in life doesn’t depend solely on genetics, or the decisions you make as a parent, or if you have a lot of money. It’s actually more complicated than that, according to...