Parent guides to money, saving and investing
Plain-English guides for families: how to talk about money at every age, how much pocket money makes sense, and how to explain investing without the jargon. Written for the UK and the US, with no product pitch in the middle.
How to teach your child about money, age by age
What to teach at 3, 8, 12 and 16, with simple things to try at each stage.
6 min read
Pocket money and allowance: how much to give, and when to start
Whether to link it to chores, how much is reasonable, and how to make it a lesson.
5 min read
How to explain investing to a teenager (in plain English)
Shares, risk and time explained without jargon, plus what the UK and US offer under 18.
5 min read
What is compound interest? A simple guide for families
Interest on interest, with worked examples and the rule of 72.
4 min read
Are stock market games a good way for teens to learn?
What simulators teach well, what they miss, and a checklist for choosing one.
5 min read
General information for families, not financial, tax or legal advice.