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How parents can talk to their children about managing money for college
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· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway The survey revealed that 78% of students acquire these skills from their parents, while fewer learn from social media or AI tools.
As college approaches, parents in El Paso are preparing to send their kids off, bringing a mix of emotions. This transition period is crucial for teaching financial lessons that can have a lasting impact on their children's lives. A survey by College Ave found that most college-aged students learn personal finance skills from their parents.
The survey revealed that 78% of students acquire these skills from their parents, while fewer learn from social media or AI tools. Further details on how parents can discuss money management with their children are available from KVIA ABC-7, providing guidance for local families navigating this important life transition.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? As college approaches, parents in El Paso are preparing to send their kids off, bringing a mix of emotions. This transition period is crucial for teaching financial lessons that can have a lasting…
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