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Money

March 10

Mikaela Martinez Shares Financial Advice To Wives

"Ladies. It’s never too late!" Mikaela said.

Recent posts of entrepreneur and model Mikaela Lagdameo-Cruz on Instagram are hinting that she is now a single mom of three, especially when she posted in January this year that she is "alone but strong."In February, she started sharing about moving into
Money

December 16

Money Expert: Teach Kids To Give Non-Monetary Gifts

Here's why this financial expert says gifts for kids don't have to be about the money

The season for gift-giving is almost here!It’s ironic that as the expert for personal finance of Smart Parenting Board of Experts, my maiden article is about non-financial gift giving. This is to emphasize that value is not merely measured through monetary or
Baby

October 26

Here's What Parents Advise To Do With Cash Gifts Kids Receive

“Wag na wag natin isipin na kesyo pinag-aral natin sila ay sila na ang bahala sa atin sa pagtanda,” says the mom of three

One-year-old Cash Miranda is insured and now has his finances in order till he is a senior citizen. Neri Miranda shared on Instagram that she just opened two insurance accounts for her youngest son, one for stocks and another for life insurance.“Para
Tweens & Teens

October 12

This 13 Year Old CEO Turned Her K-Pop Fandom Into A Business

She earned her cafe’s capital all on her own through a combination of online selling and monetary gifts received since she was a baby

Most businesses started at a young age are glossed over because people assume seed money was given by parents. But in the case of Given Mendoza, a 13 year old CEO who owns and manages G’s KPop Kilig in Baguio, her parents
Big Kids

June 20

These Books Will Teach Your Kids To Be Financial Literate

Here's the answer to "Why don't they teach financial literacy in school?" You can teach it at home!

When we start teaching our kids about the value of money while young, they will develop the right attitude and behavior around finances early on. It is for this reason that two women came together to introduce a series of financial literacy
Money

May 10

At 26, This Entrepreneur Has Samgyeopsal, Charcoal Businesses

"Hindi ka puwedeng tamarin kasi may pangarap ka."

MJ Loleng is not your average 26-year-old. Unlike most people her age, she's already earning six-digit figures monthly.But just like her peers, MJ applied for a job after graduating from college. When the startup she was working at failed, she felt in
Money

December 28

Kryz Uy Candidly Answers Money Questions

'Kailangan mo ba?' and other things you need to ask before you spend that hard-earned money

YouTube content creators and new parents Kryz Uy and Slater Young live a rather comfortable life with their baby Scottie in Cebu at their home which they call the Sky Pod. Recently, typhoon Odette left a wreckage in most parts of Visayas and Mindanao, and the Sky Pod was not spared. The
Money

December 5

What You Need To Do With Your Money Before The Year Ends

End 2019 with some smart financial moves.

We always talk about starting the new year right, but before 2020 arrives, make it a point to be smart about how you end 2019, especially when it comes to your finances. Here are two things you need to do with your
Money

May 30

SEC to Put an End to Abusive Debt Collectors

Have you been harassed by collectors even at night? The SEC wants to put a stop to that.

Have you been a victim of abusive debt collectors who leave threatening messages and those who call at an ungodly hour?The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is cracking down on lending and financing companies who engage in harassment and unethical practices to
Money

March 3

How to Have Your Own Money Even if You're a Stay-at-Home Parent

Just because you stay-at-home does not mean you should be less savvy about money.

Is there a way to be financially independent while married even if you're not working? The answer is YES!While it would be easier when you are making your own money, stay-at-home parents (not just moms because the advice we're about to share
Money

January 13

How to Save Money in 2019

You can easily take on these money challenges

The new year is a good time to start creating new habits—whether it's about keeping a space clean or taking on easy challenges that will get you excited about turning over a new leaf. Why not do a financial shift that has
Big Kids

July 16

How to Do Allowance Right: Tips From Financial Experts and Parents

Think your child is ready for an allowance? How to make sure you are both ready for this milestone.

Money may not make the world go round, but it does pay to know how to manage it well. And it's why providing money lessons for your kids early lays a strong foundation to have a healthy attitude when it comes to
Tweens & Teens

April 24

A Single Mom's Solution After Her Kids Asked for Phones: 'Hulugan'

This single mom is teaching her kids money lessons with a 'hulugan' or installment scheme.

Money is hard to earn but easy to lose. It’s a crucial life lesson we've been told to instill at a young age. So, how does a parent handle “bilmoko nun” requests from the kids? One Pinay single mom enforced a “hulugan”
Money

April 16

Neri Miranda Has a Message for Netizens Who Ask Her for Money

Neri reveals she only became a "wais na misis" at 30 years old.

Managing a budget is not a walk in the park, and one of the reasons is the temptation to spend will always be there. And not being able to resist buying has put many individuals and their families in hot water. Actress Neri Naig
Money

December 14

3 Ways to Show Your Child the Value of the Christmas Aguinaldo

Christmas is the perfect time to teach your child to be money-smart and generous at the same time

It's almost Christmas time, and based on tradition, your child is likely to receive gifts in different forms — some of them, in cash. To complement that, consider giving her a couple of other things yourself. These are some of the most
Money

December 5

7 Most Helpful Money Advice for Parents in 2017

Tuition fees rise exponentially -- as much as 10% or more every year, says an expert

There's always room for growth when it comes to financial literacy. Throughout the year, we've talked to a handful of financial experts and real-life parents to share their best advice on how to handle money, whether it be for maximizing growth, minimizing
Money

November 22

How to Make the Most of Your 13th Month Pay

Don't let your hard-earned money just go to mindless spending.

Ask any new couple what their dreams are, and no doubt they’ll paint you a nice picture: 1) a house of their own, 2) a family car, and 3) enough money to 4) secure their children’s future. It’s a great ideal, until
Money

October 31

A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Childâ€™s College Fund

The experts all say: Don’t procrastinate. Your child may be a long way off from college, but the time to start preparing for it is now.

The reality is many of the best schools, particularly at the college level, are expensive. For many of us, paying for our children’s education means allotting yearly bonuses to tuition payments. But while this method may work for now, it may not work
Money

October 24

Your 5-Step Action Plan to Start Saving and Investing!

Why do we drag our feet and make up excuses whenever we’re given the opportunity to save and invest? Take a look at your "social schedule."

When it comes to money, ask any Filipino, “Gusto mo bang magkaron ng ipon?” and the answer will always be yes. But why is it that we drag our feet and make up excuses whenever we’re given the opportunity to save and
Money

September 27

Life Insurance Add-Ons You Should Consider for Your Family

These add-ons can be useful during medical emergencies and help you cope with the sudden and often huge hospital expenses.

Getting life insurance can be a smart move for parents, especially for those with small kids. As defined by Investopedia, “Life insurance is a protection against financial loss that would result from the premature death of an insured.” In simpler terms, life insurance

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