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Two parents sitting with two children on a couch handing them dollar bills.

Keep money chats casual and consistent. The more they see you model good habits, the better.

Photo courtesy Piedmont Federal Bank

Is your kid earning an allowance this year? That’s your cue to start the money convo.

Chores around the house are the perfect place to lay the foundation for smart spending, saving, and giving.

Upgrade the piggy bank

Once they’re earning regularly — think babysitting or summer jobs — a student checking account helps translate those habits into real-world money skills (with you in the loop).

See four ways Piedmont Federal Bank’s Student and Youth Checking Accounts make it easy to grow financial confidence in a safe + structured setting.

Set them up for success

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