My son wanted a dog, but I didn't. I helped him start a pet-sitting business instead.

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The author poses with her son and a cat.
The author's animal-loving son, now 20, started a pet-sitting business in 2014 and still keeps in touch with many of his clients today.

Courtesy of Liz Alterman.

My 14-year-old picked up investing tips online. With a financial planner's help, he's now saving for his retirement.

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