An OFW’s family’s life is like a peso bonanza when Papa’s remittance would be deposited in Mama’s passbook account. In the span of three months, we changed our old CRT TV into a state of the art LCD TV, my brother and I bought a van for the family and our family each had new mobile phones.
Stuff I Learned from my Rich Dad
November 19, 2017
He taught me that money is great to have, but not for the reasons most people think. It's nice to buy stuff, sure. But it's great to have when you're sick, or when someone you love needs help. You see, the love and admiration he gets from his family - that's where my dad is richest. Hopefully, some of his money smarts rubbed off on me.
WATCH: How OFWs can achieve financial security
November 19, 2017
Being miles away from your family can be pretty tough. This is why OFWs work hard for their family to give them a brighter future. How can you make sure your family's future is secure? Watch this to find out.
A Tip on Cleaning and a Lesson on Sharing
November 19, 2017
Whenever I see my son being generous to other kids with his food or toys, or confidently expressing himself, I like to think that our efforts are paying off: we’ve taught him about sharing, without making him feel deprived, and that his opinion is valued.
Money matters: School allowance and money management for your child
November 19, 2017
Money management for kids is important because this wisdom is something they will carry into their adulthood and mold the person they are. If you want your kids to be smart about money, you first have to make them understand the value of it.
Words of wisdom: 5 memorable quotes from Ninoy Aquino
November 19, 2017
What makes heroes? It’s not always the selflessness – but it is about one’s passion to devote himself completely over his beliefs that can inspire people to act and change for the good.
The Journey to a Healthy, Wealthy Life
November 19, 2017
Far beyond going from size XXL to XS, what amazed me about losing weight was the total change in my body and my mindset. A brighter lifer tells her transformation and journey to a brighter and better self.
Summer diseases and how to avoid them
November 19, 2017
Did you know that there are diseases that become more common around summer? Good thing is you don’t always need medical attention to address them.
In Sickness and in Poor Health, Getting Protected Can’t Break You Apart
November 19, 2017
My wife's illness carried that devastating potential to wipe out everything we had saved up and worked hard for in years. Critical illness was indeed a serious health matter that required huge financial obligation.
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