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Read article: Youth financial literacy: Money messages from home
Youth financial literacy: Money messages from home
As most schools are in session, many kids are back to learning in a formal classroom setting. While financial literacy may be a piece of the standard...
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Read article: Help your child be a good financial manager
Help your child be a good financial manager
Do you have youth and teens in your life? This summer may be an excellent time for them to learn the skills and knowledge they need to be good...
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Read article: Income and expenses for college students
Income and expenses for college students
The new school year brings a lot of excitement and maybe some new responsibilities. Those responsibilities could be paying housing expenses or...
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Read article: Do the uncomfortable money talk with your college student before spending starts!
Do the uncomfortable money talk with your college student before spending starts!
Student loans, rental agreements, car purchases, employment contracts plus day-to-day spending – all in the life of a college student! Between the...

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Money management strategies to help young adults achieve financial wellness
College can be an exciting time of self-discovery and growth, but it's also a time to face new financial challenges that produce anxiety and stress. To manage this, it's best to start early to build good financial habits that will ensure a solid future, learn how to make the most of financial...
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Tips to create good financial habits
URBANA, Ill.- Establishing good financial habits early is a foundational element for long-term financial stability. University of Illinois Extension has teamed up with ...