As we age, we may become more susceptible to fraudsters who make a living preying on retirees. This can be especially true for widows and widowers who are making decisions alone and may be particularly trusting of friendly strangers. In order to protect ourselves and those we love, it’s important to be aware of the most common scams older Americans fall for. 1. Lottery Scam You get an unsolicited phone call or email saying you’ve won a large prize. All you need to do is send

It’s never too early to teach your children or grandchildren the value of a dollar. Children and young adults with a solid understanding of the role money plays in their lives can develop the skills they need to manage their finances responsibly. You can teach children as young as 5 or 6 the difference between wants and needs. If your child or grandchild receives an allowance or earns money by completing small chores around the house, you can use it to help demonstrate the co

It’s never too early to teach your children or grandchildren the value of a dollar. Children and young adults with a solid understanding of the role money plays in their lives can develop the skills they need to manage their finances responsibly. You can teach children as young as 5 or 6 the difference between wants and needs. If your child or grandchild receives an allowance or earns money by completing small chores around the house, you can use it to help demonstrate the co