Family Issues
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- Vacation Planning 101: What to Know before You Book Your Next Adventure
- The calendar says it’s still winter, but many of us are dreaming of spring break or summer excursions. Have you been surfing the Internet for that next great trip idea or deal? Travel doesn’t have to break the bank, say personal...
- Five Ways to Teach Kids Important Lessons about Money
- Are you happy with your child’s understanding of money? Many people want to ensure their children learn positive values when it comes to money, but they are not sure how to instill them. The Virginia Society of CPAs offers these five tips...
- Financial Planning for Empty Nesters
- By Philip H. Umansky, CPA, Ph.D. As you send your son or daughter off to college for the first — or perhaps last — time, you will soon be reaching the milestone of becoming an “empty nester.” With the college bills all...
- Dealing With Parents’ Financial Problems
- We get our first lessons about saving and spending our money wisely from our parents. That’s why it can be particularly difficult for adult children to recognize the problem when their own parents have financial troubles. But many Americans have...
- What You Need To Know About Your Spouse's Finances
- Are you and your spouse completely familiar with each other’s financial situation? In case of an unexpected emergency, it’s a good idea to have up-to-date knowledge of the details and location of each other’s financial records and documents,...
- Tackling Money Concerns in Remarriage
- Roughly 75 percent of those who have been divorced will ultimately remarry, according to government statistics. Money can be a source of tension in any relationship, but the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) advises that there are steps that...
- Avoid Money Mishaps When College Graduates Move Back Home
- Many college graduates are returning to live at home for the first time in several years. In years past, many of these graduates quickly moved into their own apartments or homes, but today that trend is changing. Because of an uncertain economy,...
- Finances for Two: Newlyweds and Money
- June is a popular time for weddings, and it’s important that newlyweds get off on the right foot as far as their finances are concerned. According to a Money magazine survey, 84 percent of couples said that money causes arguments in their...
- Teaching Children Money Smarts
- Do your children understand the value of a dollar? Learning how to manage money early is a lesson that will be essential throughout their lives, according to the Virginia Society of CPAs . Here are some tips that you can use to ensure that even...
- Planning an Affordable Family Vacation
- Many families begin planning their summer vacations at the beginning of the year. Travel expenses can take a big bite out of your budget, but the Virginia Society of CPAs advises that there are many ways to make your vacation dollar go further....
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