Things my Dad taught me about money

Things my Dad taught me about money

...Work, earn, save.

...This taught me to work hard and be wise about how I spend my earnings; to save for things that are valuable and will be appreciated.

...Give. Dad always gave Ben and I quarters to put in the offering plate at Sunday School, a habit that has remained with me (the giving, that is -- not necessarily the quarter aspect). Whether you give to your church, a local nonprofit or a cause you care about, I firmly believe in the power of generosity.

How to De-Clutter Your Personal Finances

How to De-Clutter Your Personal Finances

Touches on what you need to keep for the IRS, and some basic things you should do for your personal finances each year.

De-cluttering your finances each year provides an excellent opportunity to perform an annual financial review. Take the chance to revisit your goals and check your progress on long-term priorities, such as saving for retirement and paying off debt. Though tidying your finances can be a hassle, the feeling of peace and empowerment you get from doing it is well worth the effort.

Don't Say 'I Do' Before Ensuring Your Partner Is A 'Money Match'

Don't Say 'I Do' Before Ensuring Your Partner Is A 'Money Match'- (via PR Newswire)

How couples can get on the same page with their finances.

Get organized: Break in that new filing cabinet and finally master Excel by keeping all important financially-related documents in a central location that is equally accessible to both partners and decide what kind of system you'll use to keep things organized. Create the system that works best for the two of you and keep it simple.

The 15 Money Rules Kids Should Learn

The 15 Money Rules Kids Should Learn - (via WSJ)

A great article about the importance of instilling good financial sense in your kids at a young age.

My son, engrossed in a handheld videogame, looked up to glance at the roadster and reflexively replied, "It's not how much money you spend that makes you rich. You don't know; that guy might have spent all his money just to buy that car and he has nothing else. So he might not be rich at all."

Don't Let Money Problems Ruin Your Marriage

Don't Let Money Problems Ruin Your Marriage - (via Yahoo)

Money can ruin your marriage. Keeping your spending under control, sticking to a budget, and setting goals together can make a big difference in your long term happiness as a couple.  This article from Good Housekeeping lists common reasons that money causes marriage problems.

“But it isn’t necessarily the amount of money a couple has that tends to trip them up. It’s the differences in their spending habits and especially their lack of communication.”