Recent Articles from Abby Wendel
Level Up Your Savings: Fun Challenges and Games to Achieve Financial Independence
In a time where many are feeling the impact of inflation and the rising cost for a variety of goods and services, some are also finding it difficult to make progress or even establish their savings goals. In fact, a recent survey found that 49% of adults in the U.S. have less or no savings […]
Maximize Your Charitable Giving Donations: Aligning With Your Budget and Passions
If you have the means and desire to financially contribute to charitable organizations, it’s important to understand how and why you are allocating your funds to the causes you care about. Here are a few considerations and tips to ensure you’re making the most impact when planning your charitable giving. Giving USA 2022: The Annual […]
How to help teens understand investing, part II
Parents who encourage their teens to start investing early on in life can help them get a head start on retirement and instill good financial practices. Here are some helpful tips to teach your teens about the basics of investing.
How to help kids understand investing
Teaching your kids about finances from a young age can help them build a healthy relationship with money and give them a head start on saving and establishing wealth.
Should you be giving your kids an allowance?
Offering an allowance is one way to provide necessary skills that will help young ones understand money management and even how to use a basic savings account. These skills can help a great deal in the long-term, especially as children grow up and begin budgeting on their own.
Financially preparing for back-to-school expenses during the pandemic
No question: the 2020 school year will be a novel experience for children, parents and school staff. Stay financially prepared for whatever is ahead by considering the costs for both in-person and virtual learning and building your budget early.
How to save for your kids’ college and your retirement at the same time
In a perfect world, you could save for retirement and your child’s college tuition at the same time. But what if it comes down to a choice between the two? Which one should be the priority?