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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Rachel Lacey

The top banking and cash cards for your 16- and 17-year-old kids

Prepaid cards can be great way for parents to pay pocket money to younger kids and get them involved in learning about finances – giving them the independence to pay with a tap, but without surrendering total control over their spending.

But as children get older - spending more and potentially earning a wage – they might start feeling restrictive, not to mention expensive for parents who might face a charge for extra top ups.

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