Concerts, bowling, filmmaking camp, small-plane rides -- these and other activities will get your kids out of the house without breaking the bank.
With the dizzying array of camps and costs, you need some help making the right decision. Here are some questions to ask that will help you uncover an experience your child will remember.
The average debt load has grown by 30% in 5 years. Delinquencies rose by 22% in the same period. This spells trouble on many levels.
Hiring a neighbor teen to watch your kids this summer? Budget an additional 10% for federal and state taxes -- and that goes for in-home care the rest of the year, too.
According to the 2013 Mother's Day Index, the value of a mom's labor is down from 2012 levels.
The average cost of the 2013 prom is $1,139, according to a new survey. But you don't have to spend anywhere near that.
A new survey finds that a quarter of teens expect to depend on their parents until their mid- to late 20s. Is the economy that bad? Or is home just too comfortable?
Some grandparents spend tens of thousands to create kid-friendly spaces. Shopping is a preferred activity. Is this wise?
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