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I have always wanted to help people. I grew up in a big family of 7 kids so there were always opportunities to learn and to teach. In middle and high school I would do babysitting jobs for family friends.

Ever since starting school, at the community college, I have enjoyed doing accounting and the numbers aspect of business. In my first accounting class, everything just clicked together. I understood the concepts and knew how everything flowed together. I eventually graduated from Ensign College and went to Brigham Young University-Idaho. I enjoyed accounting even more as the classes became more challenging. I was the one kid always excited to learn new concepts.

I had always known that I didn't want to work in a big accounting business or a big corporation. I did an internship in a small accounting office and enjoyed it. I learned that I also like doing taxes. The idea of starting my own business had just begun to creep in. I worked in the accounting office for about a year before I moved up to Canada.

I was preparing to look for another office job when a family friend suggested starting an accounting business. That is when my first bookkeeping firm was born. The goal was to help small startups understand and organize their finances and be ready for tax time.

I had thought you needed to be a special kind of person to run a business and be an even more special kind of person to be an entrepreneur. I went to different networking groups in the community and found out that entrepreneurs come from all walks of life and at different points in their lives.

Getting to know different entrepreneurs and their businesses has helped me understand there are many strengths different people bring. I want to help people do more than just be compliment with the CRA. I want them to not only understand their numbers but to utilize them to grow their businesses. Partnering with David has amplified my knowledge to be able to better help fellow entrepreneurs.

I love accounting and I love bookkeeping. I love to continue to learn new things and use new technology. I also love helping other people. If I can help another person understand how money works, my life goal has been reached.

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Teaching Kids Financial Literacy is Important

7 Tips on How To Teach Kids About Finances

November 15, 20232 min read

7 Tips on How to Teach Your Kids About Finances

Teaching kids about finances is one of the most valuable life skills you can impart. Understanding money management early can set them up for a lifetime of financial success. Here are some tips to help you introduce your children to the world of finance in a fun and engaging way:

  1. Explain what money is and how it’s used. Use real coins and notes to make it tangible. Teach them the difference between things they need and things they want. Use everyday examples to illustrate this concept.

  2. Take them grocery shopping and explain how to compare prices and budget. Let them help with making choices within a set budget. Give them a small allowance and help them decide how to save, spend, and share it. 

  3. Start with a piggy bank for younger kids. Encourage them to save a portion of their allowance or money they receive as gifts. For older kids, open a savings account and show them how to monitor their balance and interest earned.

  4. Help them set small, achievable savings goals, like buying a toy. This teaches the value of delayed gratification. Discuss larger goals, such as saving for a big purchase or future education.

  5. Create a basic budget with their allowance. Show them how to allocate money for savings, spending, and sharing. Encourage them to keep track of their spending to understand where their money goes.

  6. Use board games like Monopoly or online financial games to teach money management in an entertaining way. Explore kid-friendly financial apps that teach money concepts through interactive activities.

  7. Demonstrate good financial habits in your own life. Kids learn a lot by observing their parents. Discuss family budgeting and saving goals. Show them how you make financial decisions.

Teaching kids about finances doesn’t have to be daunting. By incorporating these tips into everyday activities, you can help your children build a strong foundation for financial literacy. Start early, be patient, and watch them grow into financially savvy adults.


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Maria Mejia

Maria is driven by a passion for helping others and a love for accounting that began in college. After excelling in her studies and gaining hands-on experience, she founded her own Accounting and bookkeeping firm to assist small businesses with their financial management. Maria’s dedication to understanding and applying financial principles empowers entrepreneurs to make informed decisions. Her expertise in financial advising helps businesses not only grasp their numbers but also leverage them for sustained growth and long-term success.

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