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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. We spoiled our children and we apparently are even more intent on doing so with our grandchildren! I only remember staying with them once without parents around. They tolerated our presence.

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Benefits of Having Your Parents Watch Your Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For example, this week, I’m kidsitting my 11 and 8 year old grandkids at their house – getting them on and off the school bus, fixing dinner, helping with homework, playing with them and etc – while the parents are away on a much deserved adult only trip. Would you pay your parents to watch your kids?

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Four Things I Learned When I Became a Grandparent

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are four things I learned after having grandchildren. My Aunt and Uncle used to take each of their grandchildren on a trip when they reached the ripe old age of 8. Parents had the right and the responsibility to raise their own children. Too bad, parents rule. They aren’t my children! But, it is my house.

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Should You Accept Family Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When I was a young adult, out of college and into my first years of marriage, I cringed at the thought of getting money from my parents. Perhaps though, you are doing your parents a disservice by refusing their gifts. Lets explore the topic of parents giving money to grown offspring. I wanted to prove myself.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait. This is a perfect gift for the newly married couple or a college graduate leaving the nest on your list. Give your Gift of Organization. Family Heirlooms. Babysitting.

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10 FREE (but Thoughtful) Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

This is a great idea for seniors, friends who don’t have family nearby, college students, or just about anyone on your list. If your freezer is packed with ready made meals that just need to be heated up, this would be an awesome gift for anybody, especially any college students or seniors on your list. Baked Goods. Babysitting.

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Roth IRA Conversions? Better Wait and See.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If they are primary beneficiaries, the parents or guardians may have to go to court and get themselves designated as able to manage the account for the child. That money has to come from somewhere and unfortunately we all just keep kicking it down the road to my grandchildren. How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too. Money Tips'

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