Kids Money Blog
Practical tips on allowance, saving, and teaching kids about money.
Acorns Early Review: GoHenry Rebrand & Alternatives
Acorns Early replaced GoHenry in the US in 2024. Here's what changed for families, the current fee structure, and how it stacks up against Greenlight and Modak.
State of Kids Allowance 2026: 5 Surveys Compared
Wells Fargo says parents give $37/week. RoosterMoney app data shows $4-9. What is the real average allowance for kids in 2026? A meta-analysis of the five biggest surveys.
Trump Account vs 529 vs Roth IRA for Kids
New Trump Accounts launch July 2026 with $1,000 free per baby. How they compare to 529 plans and Roth IRAs for kids, in plain English. Which one (or more) is right for your family.
What Is a Trump Account for Kids? (2026 Guide)
Trump Accounts launch July 4, 2026 with a $1,000 free deposit for U.S. babies born 2025-2028. What they are, who qualifies, how to open one, and what to do with the money. Plain English.
Middle School Allowance: How Much (Ages 11-14)
How much allowance for a middle schooler in 2026? Grade-by-grade benchmarks for 6th-8th grade, when to switch from flat-rate to responsibility-based allowance, and what your 11-14 year old should pay for themselves.
Average Allowance by Age (2026): What Kids Get Weekly
See the average weekly allowance for every age 4 to 17, compiled from Greenlight, RoosterMoney, and Till Financial 2026 surveys, with year-by-year raise tips.
Can You Hire Your Kids? Tax Guide
Yes, you can hire your kids and get real tax benefits. Learn IRS rules for family employment, age-appropriate job ideas, and how to set it up correctly for sole proprietors and LLCs.
Free Alternatives to Greenlight for Kids (2026 Guide)
Compare free kids money apps to Greenlight. See which features you actually need, what each option costs over 3 years, and how to pick the right one for your family.
Chore Chart with Prices: What to Pay Kids by Age (2026)
A chore chart with dollar amounts for every task, by age - based on real family surveys. See what to pay for each chore, plus printable tips. Free, no sign-up.
How to Teach Kids Grocery Shopping on a Budget
Practical strategies for teaching kids ages 4-17 to grocery shop on a budget. Includes age-specific activities, the $10 challenge, and a free grocery budget game.
Age-Appropriate Chores for Kids 3-17 (With 2026 Pay Rates)
Age-appropriate chores for kids ages 3 to 17, with pay rates from Greenlight and BusyKid surveys. Which chores to pay for, which to leave unpaid.
How to Explain Taxes to Kids: Age-by-Age Guide (Examples)
How to explain taxes to kids at every age: simple analogies for young kids, hands-on activities for tweens, plus W-4 and paycheck guidance for teens.