Tag Archives: David Owen

Teaching Kids to Save Money

Saving versus spending:  Each of my three kids falls into a separate section of this continuum, depending on how recently they received birthday money. On the one hand it’s enlightening to see what my kids choose to buy with their … Continue reading

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Helping Your Child Start a Small Business

During the Depression my stepfather, Dan, helped his family survive by purchasing fruit and vegetables at the farmers’ market.  Then he sold them door to door in the wealthier neighborhoods of his city from his homemade wooden wagon.  He was … Continue reading

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