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Introducing Kids to Money
It can be confusing but with these simple tips it doesn't have to be. Money gives people - both young and old - decision-making opportunities. Educating, motivating, and empowering children to become regular savers and investors will enable them to keep more of the money they earn and do more with the money they spend. Everyday spending decisions can have a far more negative impact on children's financial futures than any investment decisions they may ever make. Here are 10 simple ways to help educate children about personal finance and managing money:
Identity theft victims are getting younger...much younger. Many children today receive a social security number soon after birth. For an identity theft thief, all it akes is a single SS# to begin a crime spree. Because children don't apply for credit until they're adults, it could take years before anyone notices that a theft has occured. By that time, mountains of unpaid debt could accumulate. What can you do to secure your child identity.
Here are 5 tips:
1. If your child receives credit card offers in the mail, he or she may be a victim of identity theft. Contact the company sending the offer, as well as one of the three major credit bureaus to investigate.
2. Do not carry your child's SS Card. Memorize the number like you would your own.
3. Check your child's credit report whenever you check yours.
4. When children are old enough to use the internet, discuss the need to practice safe surfing tips. This includes not giving personal information out to strangers.
5. As your children get older, discuss how to choose passwords
and how to maintain the privacy of their personal
information.
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Sandi the Starfish Kids Club
Click here to view our dedicated Sandi the Starfish Kids Club website.
Join our Sandi the Starfish Kids Club and receive a fun-filled gift!
Introducing Kids to Money
It can be confusing but with these simple tips it doesn't have to be. Money gives people - both young and old - decision-making opportunities. Educating, motivating, and empowering children to become regular savers and investors will enable them to keep more of the money they earn and do more with the money they spend. Everyday spending decisions can have a far more negative impact on children's financial futures than any investment decisions they may ever make. Here are 10 simple ways to help educate children about personal finance and managing money:
Identity theft victims are getting younger...much younger. Many children today receive a social security number soon after birth. For an identity theft thief, all it akes is a single SS# to begin a crime spree. Because children don't apply for credit until they're adults, it could take years before anyone notices that a theft has occured. By that time, mountains of unpaid debt could accumulate. What can you do to secure your child identity.
Here are 5 tips:
1. If your child receives credit card offers in the mail, he or she may be a victim of identity theft. Contact the company sending the offer, as well as one of the three major credit bureaus to investigate.
2. Do not carry your child's SS Card. Memorize the number like you would your own.
3. Check your child's credit report whenever you check yours.
4. When children are old enough to use the internet, discuss the need to practice safe surfing tips. This includes not giving personal information out to strangers.
5. As your children get older, discuss how to choose passwords
and how to maintain the privacy of their personal
information.
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