Raising Financially Independent Children
All parents want to give their kids the things they missed out on growing up. We surveyed over 2,000 adults in the U.S.—half of which we sourced from the general population and half from our community of Quicken users—to get a closer look at how parents are talking to their kids about money and the impact of their own early financial education (or lack thereof).
12 Fun Summer Money Challenges for Kids
Worried your children aren’t getting the financial education they deserve? Try some of these innovative and fun money games for kids.
Should Your Children be Trust Fund Kids?
A trust fund can help preserve your wealth for future generations, but is it the right choice for your family? Learn more about trust funds and how they work.
6 Ways to Recession-Proof Your Retirement
Is it possible to predict a recession? The short answer is: not really. The Great Recession of 2008, for example, famously worldwide.
Creating a College Budget Template for Your New Grad
If you have a child heading to school this fall, chances are the task of creating a college budget isn’t at the top of your priority list. If so, it’s perfectly understandable. After all, you’ve probably been so focused on funding your child’s , helping them apply for financial aid and scholarships, and making all the necessary preparations for the big move that you haven’t had time to think about much else.
Socially Responsible Investing: 3 Things to Know
In today’s investing world, socially responsible (SRI) seems to be everywhere. While the modern practice of values-based investing dates back to the 60s—when the civil rights movement led to the establishment of community development banks in low-income and minority communities— it’s been gaining steam in recent years as investor demand climbs.
How to Get Your Kids off of the Bank of Mom and Dad
Many adults today are still financially dependent on their parents. We’ve got tips to help you cut the purse strings and prioritize your own financial future.
How to Pay For College: 11 Strategies for Savvy Parents
If you’ve got a child headed to college this fall, chances are they received their acceptance letters in March or April and are making plans as we speak. That means it’s go-time for you, too. If you don’t have a clear plan of action for funding your child’s education—or you do, but need some additional advice—we’ve got you covered.
Parent PLUS Loan: 7 Key Things Every Parent Should Know
Got a kid heading off to college this fall? With that first tuition payment staring you down, it’s time to make sure the finances are in place.
What is a 529 College Savings Plan – and is it for You?
Let’s face facts. The costs of higher education represent a huge financial burden for many US families, even affluent ones in high-income brackets who have significant savings. And that’s true whether you consider public or private colleges and universities. The average tuition and fees at an in-state public college for the academic year 2018-2019 was $9,716, public out-of-state averaged $21,629, and the average sticker price for private institutions was $35,676*. Now, multiply that by 4 years!