We all want the best for our kids, right? Well, part of that is making sure they're smart about money. That's where ALLIANCE Credit Union comes in to help!

Just like learning a sport, a musical instrument, or good manners, it's best to start teaching financial responsibility early on. As one deposit follows another, children will get a kick out of saving for something they really want. Parents can take satisfaction that they've taught their kids something that will help them lead successful lives.

Let's chat about some easy ways to set your kids up for financial success, and how our ALLIANCE Junior Checkings and Savings accounts can be a great starting point.

  1. Start Early: Talk to your kids about money early on. Show them coins and bills, and explain what they're used for. The earlier they understand, the better they'll be at handling money.

  2. Be a Money Role Model: Kids pick up a lot by watching us. Show them good money habits by budgeting and saving. Tell them why it's important to be smart with money, and they'll likely follow suit.

  3. ALLIANCE Junior Checkings and Savings Account: We've got special accounts just for kids! Our ALLIANCE Junior Checkings and Savings accounts are like training wheels for money. They give your child a taste of what it's like to manage their own money.

  4. Learn to Budget: Help your kids make a simple budget for their allowance or any money they get. Teach them to split it into spending, saving, and maybe a little for sharing or helping others.

  5. Earn Some Cash: As your kids get older, think about letting them earn some money through chores or small jobs. It's a great way for them to learn that money doesn't just magically appear – you have to work for it!

  6. ALLIANCE Junior Savings & Certificates: $5 probably isn't enough to get your kids into the movies or fill them up with fast food. But it is enough to open a Junior Savings account at ALLIANCE where they can put their allowance money, cash gifts from grandparents, or paycheck from a part-time job.

  7. Zogo, Financial Education App: Learn good money-management skills through a free mobile app called Zogo, bring in the certificate of completion and we'll deposit up to $25 in the account their ALLIANCE Junior Savings.

ALLIANCE Credit Union is here to help you teach your kids about money. Our ALLIANCE Junior Checkings and Savings accounts are like the sidekick your child needs to become a money superhero. Let's work together to make sure they grow up making smart money choices and have a great financial future!