This column is a complement to the guide to the Support Groups & Resources special section in the print edition or e-edition.

A savings account for youngsters can introduce them to the idea of putting money away and even help them learn about concepts like compound interest. They can deposit money from birthdays, ...

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) vetoed legislation that would have banned websites from conducting sweepstakes games that some say violate online gambling laws.  Senate Bill 181, which was passed by ...

The state dropped one spot to rank No. 34 in the national 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book, which tracks 16 indicators of child well-being.

When it comes to teaching kids about money, the sooner the better is recommended. Personal finance expert Kimberly Palmer said the time to start having discussions with children is when they start ...

In high school, kids are ready to learn a bit more about the social and emotional aspects of finance. “Wealth doesn’t always mean having a lot of money,” Stanley said. “It is all about how ...

4. Giving Away Money for Nothing. You may tell your kids that “money doesn’t grow on trees,” but if you’re handing them cash for no reason, you’re planting the seeds of poor money ...

Kids money: why I always talk to my children about cards, accounts, cash, and saving — and you should too. By Alex Nelson. Jobs, finance and retail writer. Comment. Published 22nd Apr 2025, 13: ...

Five great tips to help teach kids to manage their money while at college. $3,500 iPhone possible? What to know ... Note: Know the fine print.

Ultimately, shielding my kids from the impact money can have on our lives isn’t in their best interest. If I want to set them up for success in life, I need them to understand and appreciate the ...