Finance With Kids Strategy and Finance
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Welcome to Finance With Kids, a podcast that teaches kids all about money. In this show, Steve Coughran and his daughter Ava will help kids understand the fundamentals of financial fitness, including topics such as: planning, earning, spending, borrowing, investing, and giving. We collect questions from kids around the world and provide answers to help boost their financial IQ and to become financially successful on their own. Kids-ask your parents to help you record your question using a smart phone voice recording app and send them to hello@financewithkids.com so you can be featured on the podcast. We are looking forward to you tuning in!
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24: The Difference Between Leasing and Buying
In today's episode of Finance With Kids, hosts Steve and Ava are going to talk about the difference between leasing and buying. They will explain to kids what it means to lease an item, how it differs from buying an item outright, and the pros and cons of leasing items like cars, apartments, and cell phones. Leasing can be a good option for those who want to drive a new car or have the latest phone without the hassle of selling it themselves. However, it is important to be aware of the potent...
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23: Practicing Smart Spending Habits and Avoiding Impulse Buying
In this episode of Finance with Kids, hosts Steve and Ava Coughran delve into the topic of smart spending and avoiding impulsive purchases. They talk to kids about the importance of making wise financial decisions and how it can impact their future. Steve and Ava share some tips and tricks on how to avoid impulse buying, such as making a list before going shopping, waiting a day before making a big purchase, and considering if the item is a need or a want. This episode is perfect for parents ...
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22: What is Inflation
Welcome to another episode of the Finance with Kids podcast! In this episode, hosts Steve and Ava Coughran delve into one of the most important economic concepts: inflation. Steve and Ava explain what inflation is and why it's essential to understand it. They provide real-world examples of how inflation affects everyday items like groceries, gas, and toys. They also discuss how inflation impacts savings and investments, and provide practical tips for kids to protect their money from inflation...
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21: Understanding Revenue, Expenses, and Profit
In this week's episode of Finance with Kids, host Steve is joined by Ava to talk about the basics of revenue, expenses, and profits. Steve and Ava break down these important financial terms in a way that's easy for kids to understand. They start by discussing what revenue is and how it's generated, using examples like lemonade stands and selling items online. Then, they move on to talk about expenses, which are the costs associated with running a business or making a product. Ava shares some ...
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20: What You Should Know About Coins
In this episode, we'll be discussing what you should know about coins, from their history and value to current trends in coin collecting. Together with Ava, Steve will explore the origins of coins and their evolution over time, from ancient coins made of precious metals to modern-day collectible coins. We'll also dive into the factors that influence a coin's value, such as rarity, condition, and historical significance. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting started, this episode...
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19: Cost of Living (National Averages & Differences)
In this episode, we’re going to talk about the cost of living. Do you know what it means when someone says the cost of living is high? It means that things like food, clothes and housing cost more money than they used to. So, why does that happen? One reason is inflation. Inflation is when the prices of things go up over time. This happens because the amount of money in the world keeps growing, but there are still only so many resources to go around. When there’s more money chasing the same r...