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The Opposite of Spoiled by Ron Lieber — WisdomDeck honest review
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The Opposite of Spoiled

by Ron Lieber

Talking to kids about money: allowance, chores, giving, wants versus needs, answering why we cannot afford it. Thoughtful, values-based and practical.

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you want to raise financially grounded children.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Talk about money openly.
  2. Allowance teaches; chores are separate.
  3. Model generosity.

Do this first

Set up the three jars: spend, save, give.

Our verdict

Kids and money.

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