Control Your Credit – US Treasury Debt Management Game
This has to be one of the most unique games I’ve seen that is aimed at teaching debt management principals.
You begin by checking into the “Bad Credit Hotel” and mouse through a series of actions that offer you tips and suggestions on how to manage your debt and handle certain scenarios.
Depending on your internet speed the game can take a bit to load and can require a bit of patience but in my opinion it is worth the wait. Continue reading “Control Your Credit – US Treasury Debt Management Game” »
Financial Resource of the Week – Frugal Village
This week I’d like to recommend visiting www.FrugalVillage.com, a website whose mission is to provide a variety of resources to those seeking a way to trim their budgets and live in a more cost effective manner.
The site covers a wide range of topics such as cooking frugally to answering questions submitted by readers.
Who knew making your own soap could be so easy? Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – Frugal Village” »
Financial Resource of the Week – Cool Energy Savings Tips by PG&E
Cool Energy Savings Tips by PG&E
Are you used to high energy bills in the Winter? Want some low to no cost relief? This week we’ve chosen the PG&E as the Free Financial Resource of the Week.
Try following some of these tips to help reduce your energy costs. Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – Cool Energy Savings Tips by PG&E” »
Financial Resource of the Week – www.Mint.com
This weeks free financial resource is www.mint.com.
Mint.com is a free personal finance software, budget software, and online money management and budget planner service that allows you to track your bank accounts as well as your income and set goals and see your spending habits. Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – www.Mint.com” »
Financial Resource of the Week – Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas – Building Wealth Program
As described on its website, The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas has developed a personal finance education resource for schools, nonprofit community organizations, financial services providers and consumers to help young people, adult consumers, families and others develop a plan for building personal wealth.
The program presents an overview of personal wealth-building strategies that includes setting financial goals, budgeting, saving and investing, managing debt, and understanding credit reports and credit scores.
You can visit the website by clicking the link below:
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas – Building Wealth
Source: Free educational resource from the financial experts at The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. www.dallasfed.org
As always, if you have any questions, would like to discuss your financial challenges, or are just looking for advice, please call us at your convenience. As always, we are here to help and look forward to hearing from you.
1-877-OUT-DEBT (688-3328)
Financial Resource of the Week – My Money Management Calculators
While researching personal money management calculators I came across the website www.mymoneymanagement.net and thought I would share them with you.
My Money Management is described on their website as:
“At My Money Management, our mission is to help you prosper by knowing how to make sound financial choices. We’ve collected some of the best information, tools and resources to tackle challenges like foreclosure and managing debt…” Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – My Money Management Calculators” »
Financial Resource of the Week – Money Saving Mom Blog
The MoneySavingMom.com blog is a blog designed to help people make their money go further. The blog provides information and links to ‘freebies’, coupons and current sales. The site also provides recipes that are aimed at saving you money with a theme on freezer cooking.
I think the blog does a great job at presenting a wide array of money saving information and recommend taking a look for yourself. Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – Money Saving Mom Blog” »
Financial Resource of the Week – Oprah’s Debt Diet
Oprah’s Debt Diet website provides a wealth of useful information and tools for individuals to identify potential personal financial issues and learn how to avoid and overcome them.
Financial guru’s such as Jean Chatzky, Glinda Bridgforth and David Bach provide their plan to help you gain financial independence.
Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – Oprah’s Debt Diet” »
Financial Resource of the Week – www.SmartAboutMoney.org
Smart About Money provides helpful tips and online resources to those needing guidance and advice regarding personal finances.
The site provides information regarding topics such as Major Life Events, Health and Family, Starting Off Right, Major Purchases, Crisis and Emergencies along with a multitude of other resources. Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – www.SmartAboutMoney.org” »
Financial Resource of the Week – USDA SNAP-Ed
Meal planning, grocery shopping and budgeting tips are provided in abundance on the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) website. Most documents are .pdf files that can be downloaded and printed and are made available for self use or for use in the classroom. Continue reading “Financial Resource of the Week – USDA SNAP-Ed” »