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Money Guides for Teens

Practical, plain-English articles on making, saving, and growing your money.

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For Parents

Trump Accounts, Explained

The new kids' savings account, the $1,000 seed, and whether to open one โ€” with a growth calculator.

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First Job

Your First Paycheck: Taxes Explained

Why it's smaller than you expected โ€” W-4s, pay stubs, and take-home pay.

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Business

How to Price Your Services

What to charge for babysitting, lawns, and more โ€” plus a rate calculator.

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Make Money

How to Make Money Over the Summer

20 fast ways for teens to cash in on the break โ€” plus an earnings calculator.

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Money Basics

How to Open a Bank Account as a Teen

Custodial vs. teen checking, what to bring, and the fees to dodge.

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Make Money

How to Make Money as a 12 Year Old

25 legit ways to earn cash before you're old enough for a "real" job.

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Business

Best Businesses for Teens

Low-cost business ideas you can start this weekend.

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Save Money

How to Save Your First $1,000

The exact step-by-step plan to stack your first grand.

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Make Money

How to Start a Babysitting Business

Get certified, find clients, and set your rates.

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Save Money

Budgeting for Teens

The simple 50/30/20 method for allowances and paychecks.

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Investing

Investing for Teenagers

How compound interest works and how to start.

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Make Money

Dog Walking Side Hustle 101

Turn a love of dogs into steady weekly income.

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First Job

How to Write a Resume With No Experience

Land your first job even if you've never had one.

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Money Basics

Needs vs. Wants: A Teen's Guide

The one skill that makes every money decision easier.

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Guides for parents of teens

Written by a dad, for other parents raising money-smart teenagers.