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City Expands Outreach for Child Tax Credit

The 2022 tax season begins on Monday, January 24 and local organizations will be conducting outreach to maximize the number of Philadelphia households who claim the newly expanded Child Tax…

It Takes More Than a Special Needs Trust to Plan Their Financial Future

A special needs trust is a good start, but how do you fund it?

3 Reasons Your (Buying in Bulk) Math Might Be Wrong

If you ever arrived home from the warehouse store and thought "Where will I put it? Will I finish it? Do I need it?" Darla DeMorrow has advice.

How to Teach Your Kids to Save Money

Sallie Mae’s 2016 “Majoring in Money” report states that students ages 18 to 24 carried an average credit card debt of $906 in 2015. This exemplifies the point made by Sallie Mae in a 2013 report that credit card usage…

Organic Produce: Worth the Cost?

When you can afford to buy organic, you should for many reasons: health, environment and economy.

Saving for College

Here’s how to get started and involve children in the process.

15 Ways To Save This Holiday Season

This holiday season, spend less and enjoy family time more!

7 Apps to Get Organized & Save Money

These 7 apps will help you organize your gift lists and save money on holiday purchases.

Kids Helping Others

Teach kids about giving to others this holiday season with these charity choices or one of your own.

The Women's Guide to Family Car Buying

Tips to get women comfortable with the process of buying a family car

Sports Gear Costs

Pay to play: Find out how much sports gear costs to equip your kids to get on the field or the court.

Prom Savings

How to save on prom — from the dress to the ride to prom pictures — plus prom themes and party ideas

Black Friday Shopping

A strategy to score the best Black Friday deals, both online and in the stores. Plus, shopping apps

National Dog Show Preview

To prep for the National Dog Show this Nov., we look at how much dog owners spend on their pets.

Baby Budget: Year One

The average baby budget for year one, from conception through a child's first birthday

School Supplies: How Much Do They Cost?

How much are parents (and teachers) spending on school supplies in 2014?

College Savings Strategies

The best college savings strategies, from a 529 to rebate programs

Shopping with Kids

Tips, strategies and shopping games for kids that make going to the store as a family easier

Maternity Leave: A Timeline

How to prepare for as much maternity leave as you're entitled to, so you can devote all your time off to your newborn, not your job

Birthday Parties for Every Budget

Philadelphia-area kids birthday party ideas for budgets ranging from under $50 to over $200. Plus: Budget ideas for food, favors, invitations and decorations.