Think Outside the Box UNCONVENTIONAL SUMMER JOBS FOR TEENS
As your teen becomes more independent, they may be interested in getting a summer job. Whether they want to save up for a big purchase or just have some extra spending money, summer jobs can solidify the importance of hard work and responsibility for your child. Plus, the earlier your teen starts, the sooner they can learn how to manage their money. Fast-food restaurants and clothing stores are popular first jobs, but encourage your teen to think outside the box and try one of these creative money-making opportunities.
in the form of cash or gift cards. Teens can also preview up-and-coming music as reviewers on Slice the Pie. Sites like these require quite a bit of work for a relatively small wage, but they can be the perfect first job for a child who wants to try earning a few bucks for the first time. Teens under the age of 18 will require parental consent. Virtual Storefronts If your child has a flare for arts, crafts, or anything else DIY, encourage them to set up an Etsy shop. There are no membership fees, and after Etsy’s 3.5 percent cut, sellers receive their profits via PayPal. Minors age 13–17 must have a parent or legal guardian manage their Etsy account. Petsitting and Housesitting If your teen is trustworthy and responsible, there’s no reason they can’t work for We went over the pros and cons of settling versus not settling, and we gave Steve an estimate of what a top offer in this case would be. We shared with him our professional view that he deserved more compensation. Despite our views, his priority was to move on, and he chose to settle and put an end to this stressful time in his life. For some clients, the emotional toll of a case is not worth any amount of money. In those situations, after going over your options with you, we will always support your decision.
neighbors, friends, and family. Most professional petsitting and housesitting services require their sitters to be over 18, but Care.com allows teens 14–17 to register as “Teen Providers” with parental consent. Depending on where you live and how much experience your teen has, they can expect to earn $15–30 per visit, and they may be able to ask for more to stay overnight. Help your teen get the word out by posting on social media. Most importantly, keep your teen safe by helping them screen clients and teaching them what information to share. Summer jobs are a great way for teens to earn extra cash and learn responsibility. The next time your teen asks you for money to go to the movies, encourage them to earn some spending cash of their own. Who knows? They might actually treat you to a movie sometime!
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SUCCESS STORY At Pérez Halpern, our first priority is our clients’ comfort. When we take on your case, you can expect that we will let you dictate the direction it goes.
COMFORT IS OUR PRIORITY
months of physical therapy. I did not want to contact an attorney at first but quickly realized I needed a professional with the time and expertise to navigate this process for me and to ensure that I was protected. Meliha is professional, personable, competent, and clear. I received the same level of professionalism from the business manager, Andy. It was expressed to me from the start that the firm’s priority is the client’s comfort, and I felt that way at all times. I highly recommend Pérez Halpern, LLC.”
That was our mission when we took on Steve’s* case.
After an accident, Steve’s main goals were getting better and getting his medical bills paid off. When we received an offer from the insurance company, though, it was not enough to compensate him for his injuries. In this situation, we often keep fighting for our client and encourage them not to settle. During this time, however, Steve was already going through a lot of changes in his life, and his priority was putting this tumultuous chapter behind him.
We are touched to read these kind words.
We’re here to take action and support our clients, even when that means helping them find closure rather than pursuing a case further.
Steve had these kind words to share about his experience with Meliha Pérez Halpern:
“I contacted Meliha upon the referral of a trusted friend after a rear-end collision totaled my car and resulted in a few
*Name has been changed to preserve client’s anonymity
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