I Wish: Multigenerational Regrets and Reflections on Teaching Children About Money

Ashley B. LeBaron (), E. Jeffrey Hill, Christina M. Rosa, Travis J. Spencer, Loren D. Marks and Joshua T. Powell
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Ashley B. LeBaron: Brigham Young University
E. Jeffrey Hill: Brigham Young University
Christina M. Rosa: Brigham Young University
Travis J. Spencer: Brigham Young University
Loren D. Marks: Brigham Young University
Joshua T. Powell: Brigham Young University

Journal of Family and Economic Issues, 2018, vol. 39, issue 2, No 4, 220-232

Abstract: Abstract Millennials are struggling to meet current financial challenges. As we strive to improve financial capability in future generations, it is important that we look to the primary source of financial education: parents. This qualitative, multigenerational study explored what Millennials and their parents and grandparents (N = 153) wish they had been taught about finances by their parents, as well as what parents and grandparents wish they had taught their children. Thematic content coding of the interviews revealed three core “I Wish” themes: “Practical Knowledge,” “Financial Stewardship,” and “Open Communication.” These findings can assist researchers, family life educators, financial educators, parents, and future parents to enhance the financial education provided by parents in the home.

Keywords: Financial socialization; Financial education; Parenting; Family finance; Millennials; Emerging adults; Qualitative (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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