Financial Education

When you have a clear focus as to “why” you are creating and following a budget, then you are more likely to stick with it. What’s most important to you? Click below to discover budgeting methods to keep you on track.

How to Budget

You + Overspending = Debt. This is why we need to budget! Just because budgeting is simple does not mean it's easy. Click below to discover ways to set a budget and avoid overspending.

How to Pay Off Debt

Homeownership can be a personally and financially rewarding endeavor, but it’s not for everyone. Choosing whether to rent or buy affects many aspects of your life, so the benefits of each should be carefully considered. Click below to learn if buying or renting a house is the best option for you.

Buying a House

Buying a car is an exciting, yet sometimes daunting experience. A car is a major purchase, so “research, research, research” is the key to saving money and making sure you get the right car for you, at the right price, with the right financing. Click below to learn four tips to keep in mind when car shopping.

Buying a Car

We know taxes can be tough to understand and navigate as a college student. Click below to learn about common tax terms and form.

How Taxes Work

Identity theft is a widespread problem in today's electronic world. It occurs when someone uses your personal information for illegal gain. Click below to learn how you can protect your identity and recognize common identity theft scams.

How to Protect Your Identity

Learning to save and invest as a college student is an excellent way to build financial literacy skills! Savings can be used for fun things like going on a vacation, upgrading technology, purchasing a home or car, or furthering your education. Investing on the other hand, is useful when planning for retirement, becoming an entrepreneur, or long-term financial success. Click below to learn four tips to help your money grow.

How to Save and Invest

Lenders use your credit score to determine if it is safe to lend you money. Having good credit = low risk to lenders and low interest rates for you. A low interest rate can save you thousands of dollars when buying a home or car! Click below to learn how you can build your credit history.

How Credit Works

Students need to get the most out of every dollar they can get their hands on. Understanding the concept of the "9 Things" will help students navigate the increasingly troubled financial waters of obtaining your college degree. The key is not having the most money, but using the money you do have wisely.

9 Things to Know about Money