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What to Buy and What to Skip in February

February isn't all about Valentine's Day. There are plenty of other bargain buys this month. Here's what to buy and what to skip in February.

Planning Your Future

Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards

As you grow older, being able to manage finances becomes more important—and more complicated. Take credit and debit cards, for example. Both cards are commonly used for transactions, but they work in very different ways.

Youth Tips & Activities

What to Buy and What to Skip in January

If you have a little room left in your budget to splurge, there are bargains to be had in January. Here's what to buy and what to skip this month.

Planning Your Future

Building Credit From Scratch

Building credit as a teen can be challenging since most credit-building activities require you to be at least 18 years old. Thankfully, there are some steps you can take now to establish a solid credit foundation to build on.

Youth Tips & Activities

Common Savings Terms (and What They Really Mean)

Gaining an understanding of how terms, like the ones we go over in this glossary, work together will clear a path forward for making the most of your money. 

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

Exploring Bank Accounts

Opening a bank account is an important step toward financial independence and responsible money management. It lets you securely store your money, learn about banking services, and develop essential financial skills.  

Youth Tips & Activities

Realistic (Financial) New Year’s Resolutions

On the search for doable, practical resolutions that could be a major boon to your financial journey? This is the perfect time to add some resolutions to help you save, be informed, and plan ahead.

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits Protecting Your Information

6 Family-Proof (Financial) Holiday Conversation Starters

If personal finance talk comes up at your holiday gathering, try to steer the conversation with these family-proof topics to help keep spirits high.

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

6 Savvy Ways to Save at the Pump

The price of gas has been a pain point for Americans for a while. Even so, there are simple ways to save a few bucks every time you fill up at the pump.

Forming Money Habits

Buying Your First Car

Buying a car is a big step toward independence. It’s also a lot of responsibility (and potentially a lot of money). Even if you can’t purchase a car just yet, it’s never too early to learn the process. Here’s a simple guide to the steps involved.

Youth Tips & Activities