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How To Choose the Best Bank Accounts for Teenagers
Go Banking Rates offers advice on how to choose the best bank account for your teenager. Taking on f...
Tips for Graduates: Pay Off Student Loans
Many recent graduates often begin paying down their student loans in November. America Saves and Sal...
Personal Launches ‘Personal for Education’ at White House Event
Personal, a web and mobile application for individuals to store, share and reuse their most valuable...
Upper West Side Clinical Psychologist Offers Relationship Counseling
Kristin Davin, Psy. D., a licensed clinical psychologist, recently relocated her practice from Penns...
The Gift of Education - Tips for Investing In Your Loved One's Future
This holiday season, consider an alternative to traditional presents; saving for your loved one's co...
Teach Your Kids to Make Smart Purchases While Back-to-School Shopping
Use back-to-school shopping time as a learning experience for your kids. Experts from TD Bank offer ...
Renters Insurance: What it Covers, When You Need It, and How to Find the Right Coverage
Most renters are not required to buy renters insurance, but it can provide peace of mind and guard a...
10 Tips for Raising a Healthy, Happy Baby on a Budget
Wondering how best to budget for a new baby? These tips from a credit expert will help new parents c...
New Website Teaches Kids How to Make Online Purchases
A new website and free service, Virtual Piggy, teaches kids about how to buy things online in a resp...
Online Adoption Resources for Westchester
In the age of Google and tech-savvy toddlers, answers to questions about adoption are often just a c...
Online Adoption Resources for Long Island
In the age of Google and tech-savvy toddlers, answers to questions about adoption are often just a c...
Online Adoption Resources for New York City
In the age of Google and tech-savvy toddlers, answers to questions about adoption are often just a c...
Q&A: Foster Parent 101
What do you need to know to become a foster parent? We talked with Nicole L. Mudd, a foster care hom...
One Woman's Journey to Find Her Birth Family
Today, open adoption is almost universally accepted. Years ago that was not the case. In a personal ...
Free Program for Parents Teaches How to Affect Positive Change in Community
The Parent Leadership Initiative is a free program that teaches parents how to affect positive chang...
Teach Your Kids About Saving Money
America Saves Week is Feb.19-26, a week dedicated to emphasizing the importance of teaching kids abo...
5 Simple Tips to Raising a Money-Smart Kid
Here are five simple things you can start teaching your kid today to ensure you are raising a money-...
Secrets to Successful Co-Parenting
You've heard it all before: Divorce hits the kids hardest. Parents and experts agree that kids suffe...
Tips from a Divorcee on Successful Co-Parenting
A local mom deals with the pangs of guilt when her kids visit their dad, from whom she is divorced, ...
Staying Off the Naughty (Spending) List: Ten Ways to Manage Your Finances and Avoid Post-Holiday Regrets
The holidays are filled with temptation to go overboard with spending. Financial expert Eric Tyson o...
Charity Event Raises More Than $25,000 for NY and CT Adoption Program
Forever Families Through Adoption, Inc. (FFTA), an NY- and CT-authorized adoption placement agency a...
Astoria Federal Savings Announces Winner of 6th Annual Essay Contest
Brandon Feuerstein, 11, of Long Island, won the 6th Annual Astoria Federal Savings Essay Contest, wh...
Assistive Technology: What to Ask Colleges
When your college-bound teen relies heavily on assistive technology (AT) to compensate for his or he...
How to Get Assistive Technology in College
Many students with learning disabilities rely on assistive technology (AT) to help improve functiona...
New Study Reveals Women Lose Sleep Over Finances More than Men
With the state of the economy on everyone's mind, it's not surprising that many families are experie...
Administration for Children's Services Honors 51 NYC Foster Parents
The 2011 Foster Parent Recognition Ceremony, held May 26, honored 51 foster parents for their dedica...
Three Money Management and Saving Tips for Teens
With school out for the summer, many teens are beginning the seasonal job search. With a summer job ...
How to Save a Financially Wounded Marriage
Relationship expert Laurie Puhn offers advice on how to salvage a marriage that's been strained by m...
How to Make College More Affordable: There's More Money if You Know Where to Look
Millions of families each year face the question of how to pay for college. And it’s not one that’s ...
How To Cut Your Home Cooling Bills This Summer
It's time for the hot, sticky weather, so make sure your home stays cool while your energy bills sta...
Goals for Personal Growth After Divorce
Divorce may be extremely painful, but it also forces a unique opportunity for personal growth. The v...
Spring Clean Your Finances
Spring cleaning shouldn't just be about tidying up your home. It's a great time to get your finances...
5 Tips on How to Give Your Kids an Allowance
While giving kids an allowance is a smart way to teach lessons about spending and saving money, it c...
Survival Tips for the Sandwich Generation
Tips for parents on how to navigate the financial and emotional responsibilities of caring both for ...
Junior Achievement of New York Brings More Than Money® Program to PS 212 in Jackson Heights
Junior Achievement of New York and HSBC Bank USA brought a financial literacy program called More Th...
The Secondhand Goods Guide for Families
Thrift, consignment, used — no matter what you call it, there's a world of secondhand goods out ther...
Tips for Parents: How to Handle Awkward Birthday Party Situations
Here's help in handling the trickiest birthday party conundrums, including divorced parents; birthda...
Test Your College Financial Aid Award Package IQ
In honor of April's Financial Literacy Month, Sallie Mae offers tips and advice to college undergrad...
How to Teach Kids Financial Literacy and Money Management
To build financial literacy in your children, you must first teach a respect for self and a respect ...
What to Do When You Suspect Your Child Has a Developmental Disability
If you suspect your child has a developmental disability, follow these valuable tips from a psycholo...
Students Learn Budget Basics at Capital One/Junior Achievement Finance Park in Manhattan
The Capital One/Junior Achievement Park, currently stationed at the Museum of Finance in Manhattan, ...
Learning Disabilities: Know Your Child's Rights
A learning disability diagnosis can usher in a challenging time for your family. But understanding t...
Family Resource Centers Offer Free Information and Support to NYC Residents
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene funds nine Family Resource Centers (FRCs) ...
Money-Related Gift Ideas for Kids
This year, give the gift of financial finesse - these fun games help children learn the value of mon...
Family Finances: How to Open Up Financial Communication in Your Family
Few of us don't worry about money at least sometimes. Here are some tips from Sharon Nolfi, a licens...
New York State Heath Insurance Options for Children and Families
Learn about statewide health care options for families of varied financial means....
Family Finances: How to Prepare Financially for Another Child
Consider these money matters if you are thinking about adding to your family....
Wish You Were Here!: How to Keep Kids Close to Distant Relatives
When your relatives don't live right around the corner, heed our tips to help your kids stay close t...
A Guide to Planning Ahead for Your Child with Special Needs: Services and Care Options After High School and Beyond
Parents of children with autism and other special needs must prepare in advance for their kids' well...
New Book Promises to Transform Your Relationship
In her new book, to be released on October 12, Fight Less, Love More: 5-Minute Conversations to Cha...
Tips for Buying and Selling a Home with Family in Tow
Considering a move? Here's a primer for families looking to dip into the real estate market, with ad...
Life Insurance: What Does Your Family Need?
The death of a parent can leave families in financial turmoil. Read our tips for selecting a life in...
How to Manage Your Money in the New Year
Make 2010 the year to get your finances in shape - check out these tips from finance writer Kirsten ...
Four Strategies for Financial Success in 2010
Julie Murphy Casserly, a 14-year veteran of the financial services industry, offers strategies for a...
Smart Money for Single Parents
Check out these tips from finance guru Kara Stefan, single mom and author of "Head of Household: Mon...
Talking Money and Parenting with Jim Rogers, Author of 'A Gift to My Children: A Father’s Lessons for Life and Investing'
Finance legend Jim Rogers discusses his new book "A Gift to My Children: A Father’s Lessons for Life...
Alternatives to Overindulging Your Child
With all the economic turmoil, your family and other families may be forced to cut your holiday spen...
Moments of Meaning During the Holiday Rush
I admit it. I love the holiday season, which seems to be getting longer each year. I love it all! B...
Holiday Concerns for Special Needs
For most families, the holidays represent a time to be with relatives, children, parents and family ...
Dating with Children
Internet dating, hookups, blind dates, and the odd booty call -- how does this cornucopia of dating ...
How to Not Raise Material Girls (and Boys)
Sometimes these are other people’s children; sometimes, God forbid, they are our own....
There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch, But…
New York-area parents give advice on how to cut down on school lunch expenses - without sacrificing ...
Back to School Shopping on a Budget
How about turning back-to-school shopping into a teachable moment — a real-life exercise for your ki...
How to Talk to Kids about the Recession
More and more families this year have to explain to their kids that the Big Bad Wolf of recession i...
For Teens, the Prepaid Credit Card
One in five teens use a credit card. It's more important than ever for families to eliminate rash sp...
When Your Child’s Injury Justifies Legal Action
In spite of our vigilance, we can't always keep our children out of harm's way. They may be hurt due...
Family Nutrition on a Budget
Budgeting at the supermarket doesn’t mean your family has to suffer when it comes to proper nutritio...
Money Lessons: Teach Your Children Well
A Consumer Reports survey of 12-year-olds found that 28% didn't know that credit cards are a form of...
Birthday Parties at Home: Are they Budget-Friendly?
Many parents are reviving the tradition of having parties at home. Does this really stretch your dol...
Getting Ready for Higher Education in Rockland
Your college days seem like yesterday, but now it’s your kid’s turn to apply. How are you going to c...
Allowing for Allowances
When are children ready for an allowance? How much should it be?...
Paying Down Holiday Debt
You splurged on presents and treats for the family over the holidays and now the bills are coming in...
College Savings Plans Make the Grade
With the cost of higher education continually rising, it’s more important than ever to get an early ...
Child Versus Checkbook - The Economics of Enrichment
The urge to provide everything possible for our children runs so deep that it can be hard to separat...
Blending Families for the Holidays
The holidays can be particularly difficult for divorced or stepfamilies. Jeannette Lofas, founder of...
Have Yourself a Budget-Friendly Holiday - Top 10 Toys Under $20
This holiday season, you may have to cut back your spending on gifts for your children and your fami...
Teaching Children about Finance
Starting financial planning when kids are young will help them establish good habits that will last ...
Parenting Across Race
For families who have adopted a child of another race, it is especially important to be aware of lov...
Kidpreneurs: 10 Tips for Managing Kids and Money
We live in a “Want, Therefore-I-Get” society. Our children completely understand that concept. ...
Should You Insure Your Children?
Many people find the idea of insuring their children to be somewhat distasteful—or downright offensi...
A Bridge to Family
Since 1963, Abbott House has served the five boroughs of NYC and the lower and mid-Hudson Valley reg...
My Precious Little Tax Deduction
My daughter is my pride and joy. But as a tax professional, I have only recently focused on all the...
Make Your Green Even Greener
How your investments can fight climate change… and fund solutions!...
Notes From A Backseat Driver
From toddlers to teens there is something about a car ride that is conducive to intimate conversatio...
As Your Child Grows, Consider a Health Care Proxy
An HCP is a critical component of any estate plan since, without it, the ability to make health care...
The Special Needs Trust: Protecting Your Special Needs Child
Parenting a special needs child can be a wonderful and challenging task. But while you may be meetin...
Single Parenting : Kids in the Middle
Divorce is stressful for a family. If there are children involved, the situation is even more heartb...
A Helping Hand
A new school year presents a shopping list of supplies for back-to-school. For most children, this c...
Christopher's Mom
After seven years of intensive treatment for unexplained infertility, and after seven years of ignor...
When Divorce Moves on to Dating
With divorce rates over 50 percent, chances are a parent will start dating and considering new relat...
Sometimes, kids need a ‘Jumpstart’
Upper East Side mom Crystal McCrary Anthony has had not one, but two successful careers. ...
Making Allowances
Parents have been handing out allowances for generations, and no one has come up with a significan...
Good Cents Credit Card for Kids
Now there’s a pre-paid MasterCard — created for kids and teens. ...
Life Insurance
Make sure you avoid estate tax. ...
Forgotten Babies
NYC mom writes for change. ...
How to Keep Kids Out of Divorce Court
Say hello to the NYC Family Court Mediation Program....
Purchasing a Home?
Don’t forget to test for environmental hazards...
Dealing With Divorce During The Holidays
It can be difficult for kids to cope with the divorce of their parents at any time of year, but the ...
What’s Your MONEY ATTITUDE?
Are you a Saver? A Spender? A Builder? A Giver? Take our test! ...
