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Why You Should Absolutely Avoid the “Bank Glitch” Trend: Protect Your Financial Future
As a mom of three and a financial advisor, I’ve seen firsthand how essential it is to teach kids about budgeting, saving, and financial responsibility. Equally important is educating them on what not to do, and here’s a prime example: a dangerous trend is circulating on social media, encouraging people to exploit a supposed “bank glitch” to withdraw free cash from ATMs. While this may seem harmless in viral videos, it is actually bank fraud and can lead to serious legal trouble for you or your kids.
1 in 10 Young College Graduates is ‘Idled’—What Parents Need to Know and Tips to Help
Last night a parent friend called me and talked about her older son moving home, and having a hard time finding work. After working hard on a degree in BioEngineering, he realized his true love was in the theater arts, but he also knew he needed to find work to support himself. So, for now,…
The Best Credit Cards for Teens: Smart Financial Start
Which Credit Card Should Your Teen Get? Just when you thought you were finally getting over the college applications, you now have to think about sending your kid to college and hoping they will make smart decisions - and that includes the money part too. Let’s face it, financial literacy is an essential skill for…
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt’s Name Change: What Parents Need to Know
This week, social media is buzzing with the news that Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has filed a request to legally drop "Pitt" from her hyphenated surname on her 18th birthday this month. Shiloh’s decision has ignited a plethora of reactions online, from fiesty discussions about “Brangelina” family dynamics, celebrity relationships…
Money Talks: How to Handle Nosy Relatives Without Losing Your Cool
Ah, family gatherings – a delightful mix of love, laughter, and... unsolicited financial advice? If you've ever found yourself dodging probing questions about your bank account balance or investment portfolio at the dinner table, you're not alone. In fact, my Mom is regularly asking me how much I make or have saved as if deciding…