By: Christine Stoll, Executive Director, IDeal – Idaho College Savings Program May 22, 2017 You value saving for college, but asking family and friends to help out (in lieu of buying your child more toys) might feel awkward. Use the following strategies to encourage gifting to your child’s 529 account without rubbing people the wrong […]
By: Christine Stoll, Executive Director, IDeal – Idaho College Savings Program February 6, 2017 This past year we have been working with our oldest daughter who is now six, to teach her about money. We created three savings jars and named them “save”, “share” and “spend”. She divides her monetary gifts and money that she […]
By: Christine Stoll, Executive Director, IDeal – Idaho College Savings Program January 30, 2017 Many of us lament on when it is appropriate to start teaching our kids about money. I don’t think there is a magic number per se, but would argue that sooner than later is a good strategy. Last year, when my […]
By: Christine Stoll, Executive Director, IDeal – Idaho College Savings Program January 23, 2017 How did your child react the first time you tried to get her to eat green beans? Perhaps you’re blessed with a child that loves trying new food and eats all her veggies enthusiastically. Most likely, your child’s typical response to […]