5 Tricks To Keep Your Kid From Becoming A Spoiled Brat

By Scott And Bethany Palmer The Money Couple. Posted on Nov 11th 2011.

kid boy doll cut hair dollhouse playroom angry tantrum — Kids need to learn that money doesn't grow on trees.

Teach your kid the value of a dollar now and save yourself a lot of heartache down the line.

Money Huddle Tip: At your next Money Huddle, work out a plan for how you'll deal with your children's requests for stuff. Decide together what should be in the "need" category. If you like, set aside a small amount of "want" money in your monthly budget for those times when you want to give your children a surprise treat or gift. Agree to set up a "spend" "save" and "give" system, for your child, by the end of the month.

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