Never too late for financial education with MyStartingPoint

Financial understanding is one of the cornerstones of a healthier lifestyle. With it, you can live a purpose-driven life, generally free of spiraling debt burden. Thanks to MyStartingPoint, a Web-based education portal created by the nonprofit Community Financial Education Foundation, the opportunity to develop financial literacy skills is almost always at your fingertips.
Dedicated month of financial understanding
The CFEF explains that it is possible to teach every person about finances, no matter what their age, with MyStartingPoint. It should be incorporated into education whenever possible. This is a perfect month to do it too, considering April is National Financial Literacy [...]

Teaching personal financial literacy in schools an uphill battle

Financial literacy has been recognized as a glaring national need, but states are slow to include personal finance in standardized tests.
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Treasury seeks public input about financial literacy education

The Treasury Department is seeking public comment about financial education guidelines to help Americans avoid personal financial meltdowns.
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How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Easy personal finance tips for debt proof living

Simple, easy changes to everyday personal finance habits can get you started on the road to debt proof living that will save you from stress.
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Employee financial education is proven to boost the bottom line

Employee financial education increases productivity, reduces turnover and generates a substantial return on the investment required-READ ON
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Parents lack knowledge for teaching financial literacy to kids

Personal financial literacy begins in the home, but a survey shows that most parents give their financial skills failing grades. READ MORE...
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Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Office of Financial Literacy tucked away in financial reform bill

The Dodd-Frank financial reform bill aims to promote financial literacy among American consumers to help them stay out of money troubles.
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On Credit Repair and Debt Literacy

Financial and debt literacy are two areas where Americans are lacking, according to a recent Dartmouth/Harvard study. With knowledge, credit repair is possible
Credit repair is possible, but only if you increase your debt literacy. (Photo: flickr.com)