Ever wonder if the Tooth Fairy could double as a financial advisor?

That first wiggly tooth isn’t just a rite of passage, it’s a golden opportunity to start teaching your kids about money. While you’re fumbling for spare change and sneaking into bedrooms by moonlight, there’s a bigger story unfolding… one that could shape your child’s relationship with money for life.

In this episode of Make It Personal, host Mark Zagurski reveals how a tiny tooth, and the tradition that comes with it, can spark powerful conversations about spending, saving, and giving. From silver dollars under pillows to “Summer Deals” that challenge kids to read, solve math problems, and crush fitness goals, Mark shares how his own family turned everyday moments into lifelong money lessons.

Key Takeaways:

→ Make Tooth Fairy moments magical and meaningful with intentional money habits.

→ Use real-life milestones as springboards for age-appropriate financial conversations.

→ Start simple: Spend, Save, Give, let kids decide with low-stakes cash.

→ Reinforce learning through consistent incentives and fun family challenges.

→ Teach generosity early by letting kids choose their own causes to support.

“It’s more than a tooth. It’s a teachable moment, a financial building block, and a sweet memory rolled into one.” - Mark Zagurski

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