by Elisabeth Donati | Feb 14, 2013 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
I look around at kids these days, and by kids I mean anyone under 30, and wonder what it is exactly we are teaching them at home and at school? I know I’m not alone in this inquiry…parents, teachers and adults everywhere are questioning what American...
by Elisabeth Donati | May 5, 2009 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
In any economy, it’s a known fact that there are people who do unscrupulous activities to make money illegally by using other’s people identities. Knowing this, you can teach your children some very basic precautions to minimize their risk for having their...
by Elisabeth Donati | Nov 25, 2008 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
A review of some of the key concepts within Robert Kiyosaki’s book “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”, in which he outlines the 6 personal obstacles to financial success, defines them in detail, and then describes how to overcome those obstacles. Part one of the series covers...
by Elisabeth Donati | Nov 4, 2008 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
A testimonial to the power of creating financial skills in your won children. In order to give your children a head start in their financial life, there are seven important tips to follow. These steps include investing time in teaching your kids, limiting pocket...
by Elisabeth Donati | Oct 9, 2008 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
By adding financial literacy to a home school curriculum, parents can help to educate their children for future financial success. Current statistics show that public schools are horribly lacking when it comes to financial education. Considering the fact that surveys...
by Elisabeth Donati | Oct 7, 2008 | Financial Literacy/Intelligence, Latest from Elisabeth
When her husband lost his job as a mortgage underwriter at failed IndyMac Bank this July, one of the hardest moments for Jill Hofknecht was telling her 5-year-old daughter she couldn’t have a pet hamster. All the accoutrements that the little rodent required — a...