As a group, children are among the most affluent consumers in the country, spending billions of dollars a year on everything from movies, cosmetics and CDs to clothing, televisions, computers and cars. Fortunately, as parents, there is much you can do to promote smart money habits and teach your children how to manage money effectively. The following articles may help you get a head start in planning for the financial security of your children, and in teaching them about financial security:

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