When money is coming from the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’, a recent study found parents and adult children can have very different assumptions – which they rarely discuss.
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Some Americans are discovering that monetary help they received from friends, neighbors or even strangers may be treated as taxable income.
In defence of corny Valentine gifts.
Thinking of giving a gym membership or Botox gift card for Valentine’s Day? Think again.
Before you box up your unwanted presents and head to the shops, here’s what Australia’s consumer law says about asking for a return, exchange or refund.
Depending on family circumstances and a child’s personality type, gift giving runs the gamut of fun to terrifying. But the most important lesson goes beyond gifts.
According to advertisers, at least, as soon as Halloween is over, the spirit of the bauble-decorated trees takes hold and overwhelms us with the urge to spend money.
The perfect gift probably isn’t what you think it is.
Gifts that make a true connection acknowledge the ugly parts of illness and provide relief from daily burdens.
A psychology team distills the 6 principles of ‘consumer wisdom’: a set of habits that promotes well-being by aligning our values and behaviors.
The festive season is a time for gift-giving. But beware of last-minute, thoughtless gifts. In addition to the monetary value, the personal investment counts.
Personalising luxury items with a customer’s name offers a sense of exclusivity, but new research reveals a hidden downside – it can add to fears of being judged as ‘showy’ and less friendly.
Few copies remain of the earliest known board game produced in the US.
It’s never just a box of chocolates.
The history of whiskey is one of perception, not necessarily quality.
Video game companies often time the release of their most popular titles for the holiday season. Now is the time to reflect on the political economy of video games and which games we buy.
There are a number of ways shoppers can resist the temptation of expensive gift options that might strain their budgets this holiday season.
Presents are about giving, receiving and reciprocating, and how this cycle strengthens relationships.
We give presents with the best of intentions, but some will probably miss the mark. If this happens, remember it’s the thought behind them that truly counts.
Genuine love holds immeasurable value, yet discovering it can pose challenges — and come with a significant price tag.
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