
Articles & Advice by Tag - Financial Health

By:
Paul Merimee —
January 23, 2023
Tags: Building Funds, Financial Health, Financial Stability, Money Matters, Non-Routine Expenses, Planning Ahead, Savings, Unexpected Expenses
While having an emergency fund is awesome, for students, it's both easier and more practical to have a rainy-day fund.

By:
Dr. Gwendolyn Maria Parrish —
January 25, 2023
Tags: Budgeting, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, Financially Motivated, Money Matters, Planning Ahead, Wealth Building
You may be hearing a lot about financial wellness right now, and it's more than just a buzzword. There's a lot that goes into building a solid and secure financial future. Learn all you may need to know, and those things you didn't know you needed, here.

By:
Ian Whitmore —
January 30, 2023
Tags: Bank Account, Credit Unions, Finances, Financial Health, Financial Institutions, Financial Wellness
This article covers the basics of choosing a bank or credit union with which to store your money.

By:
Ryan Adams —
February 6, 2023
Tags: building credit, Credit, Credit Cards, Debt, Finances, Financial Health, Financial Planning, Financial Security, Financial Wellness
Credit cards can be used to your detriment, but if you are a good financial steward, they are an excellent tool for building your financial foundation.

By:
Ryan Adams —
February 13, 2023
Tags: Budgeting, Finances, Financial Foundation, Financial Future, Financial Habits, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, Income, Revenue Streams, Smart Spending
Poor financial habits set a weak foundation for your future because, whether you like it or not, money is integral to survive and thrive. Adopting and adhering to the basic principles listed in this article will create a financial foundation for yourself.

By:
Heather Rech —
February 13, 2023
Tags: Family Financial Planning, Financial Foundation, Financial Future, Financial Habits, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, Loan Repayment, Money Management, Parents and Students, Student Loans
In this article, we will consider the impact of money management, financial support, and student loan debt alongside questions that students can ask themselves or discuss with their families as they make a financial plan for college.

By:
Maggie Argiro —
February 16, 2023
Tags: Expense Calculator, Family Financial Planning, Financial Advice, Financial Foundation, Financial Future, Financial Habits, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, High School Budgeting, Income Calculation
Here are some tips for parents trying to figure out how to send their kids to a private college.

By:
Kaitlin Meyer —
February 16, 2023
Tags: Expense Calculator, Family Financial Planning, Financial Advice, Financial Foundation, Financial Future, Financial Habits, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, High School Budgeting, Income Calculation
Wondering how to introduce your high schooler to budgeting? This article will provide tips for creating a first budget.

By:
Kaitlin Meyer —
February 21, 2023
Tags: Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Wellness, Inflation, Planning Ahead, Smart Investing, Smart Saving, Smart Spending, Student Issues, the more you know
What exactly is inflation and how does it affect the economy and your finances? This article breaks down the basics of inflation.

By:
Luke Stellick —
February 28, 2023
Tags: Credit, Credit Cards, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Risks, Financial Wellness, Overextending, Smart Spending, Social Life, Stock Market
As college students, being aware of the dangers of finance is critical to starting life on your own.