Financial Education

Back-to-school season is traditionally marked by a run on discounted pencils, overcrowded malls and lots of nail-biting nerves about new teachers. But this year, the back-to-school season is entirely different. Forget the crowds and a race to find the hottest-selling backpack. This year, it’s all about the trendiest face masks and getting ready for a school year that […]

Purchasing every textbook you need for class can take a big bite out of your budget. We’re talking huge amounts here: According to the National Association of College Stores, the average college student spends upward of $80 on each new textbook and can sometimes drop as much as $175 on one volume. No worries though; you can get […]

You’ve already got your laptop, tablet and, of course, your smartphone. What more can you need for college? Check out our list of 5 super-convenient gadgets that every college student should know about. Smartpen This is perhaps the most helpful gadget imaginable for students. Livescribe smartpens are incredible. You can use them to capture your […]

With the NBA playoffs in full swing, let’s take a moment to review some surprising financial lessons we can learn from the iconic sport and its players. Lesson 1: Passion breeds success As any wannabe professional athlete can tell you, it takes more than muscle and talent to be a star. You need to be completely passionate […]

The new school year is starting soon! Whether your kids are getting ready for another round of remote schooling via Zoom or they’re packing their backpacks with face coverings and hand sanitizer for in-person schooling COVID-style, here are a few apps to help get the year off to a great start. myHomework (iOS, Android) It’s […]

Don’t let a Halloween scam spook you! Stay a step ahead of those cyber crooks by looking out for these four scams this season. 1. The shipping scam The internet is brimming with Halloween-themed stores in the months leading up to Oct. 31. Lots of these retailers offer an impressive selection of costumes, accessories and […]

Debt is the ultimate killjoy. It can destroy a budget, make long-term financial planning impossible, and shadow every purchase you make with guilt. No one wants to live with that debt burden. But how do you kiss your debt goodbye? Crawling out from under this mountain won’t be easy, but if you’re ready to realign your priorities and do what it takes, you can shake off debt no matter how large. Let’s take a look at two popular approaches for paying down debt and explore the pr