Family Archives - Page 6 of 9 - Beth Kobliner

Money. It might be the last taboo. But it’s time we opened up about this touchy subject with family, friends—really, everybody in our lives. Here’s why: Having smart, honest money conversations can clear the air, inform our decisions, and make that big green elephant in the room seem a whole lot less scary.

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I put one kid through college. How do I tell his younger sister there won’t be as much money for her?

Hard Case: Life’s not always fair. Here’s how to explain that to your kid.

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How do I tell my parents to ditch their outdated money habits?

Are you at odds with your parents’ financial values?

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My son is a scholarship kid at a fancy high school. How do I talk to him as he struggles to fit in?

What to tell your teen kid if his friends can afford things that your family can’t.

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How do I talk to my parent (or sibling) about addressing their debt?

How to talk (helpfully) to a parent or sibling if they are deep in debt.

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Help! My retired parents want me to give them money to start a goat farm (with no experience)

Should you help finance your parents’ post-retirement dreams?

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