for those of you suggesting that teens be privy to their parents finances, i think you're crazy.
it's none of my children's business how much i make, or how i spend my money. i worked for it. they didn't.
my extra cash, by no means, should be given to my children. it's MY extra cash.
i make sure that they have everything that they NEED. and some of the things they want. depending on attitude and the cleanliness of their rooms/bathrooms.
just because i have money left after paying bills, they are not entitled to it.
both of my boys had jobs before they had drivers license