Category: Financial Literacy
How to make a budget
Let’s be honest: most budgets don’t fail because people “can’t do math.” They fail because life happens, groceries cost more than planned, the car needs something, and suddenly your “perfect budget” is a fond memory. At People Driven...
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New Year, New Goals: How to Plan Your 2026 Finances
As the year winds down and your calendar fills up with family, shopping, and last-minute “oh yeah, that’s still due” moments, it’s easy to push money planning to “later.” But mid-December is actually the perfect time to take control of your...
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Year-End Financial Checklist: Steps to Take Before 2026
As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect time to give your money habits a quick tune-up before the calendar flips to 2026. A little end-of-year attention can help you reduce stress, avoid missed deadlines, and start the new year with...
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5 Simple Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season Without Sacrificing Fun
The holidays are supposed to be joyful, not a financial hangover that follows you into the new year. Between gifts, parties, travel, and “oh-look-that’s-on-sale” moments, it’s easy for expenses to snowball fast. The good news? You don’t...
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Dealership vs. Credit Union Financing: Who Really Offers the Better Deal?
Is your current car nearing the end of its life? Do you need a different type of vehicle for your business? A new or used car is a significant financial investment, and before you head down to the lot to pick out your new ride, you need to consider the...
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End of the Penny
After more than 230 years, the United States Mint has stopped producing new pennies. This marks the end of the penny as the last circulating one-cent coins were pressed in November 2025. Pennies are still legal to use, and there are billions already in...
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Test Your Financial Knowledge: Fun and Surprising Financial Trivia
Think you know your money facts? From the history of credit unions to quirky savings habits, these fun trivia questions might surprise you. Take a few minutes to test your financial know-how and maybe pick up a few brilliant money insights along the...
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Back-to-School Financial Checklist for Parents and Students
As families gear up for another school year, it’s not just the backpacks and pencils that need attention, your budget does too. From kindergarten to college, each new school year brings expenses that can quickly add up. But with a bit of planning, you...
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Grandparents Day: Money Lessons from Grandma & Grandpa
National Grandparents Day is more than just a chance to spoil our grandparents; it’s an opportunity to reflect on the valuable life lessons they’ve shared, particularly about money and financial wisdom. Our grandparents often grew up in a time when...
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Vacation Debt? Here’s How to Bounce Back
The sunsets were stunning. The memories? Worth it. The credit card bill? …Not so much. If your summer fun turned into a fall financial hangover, you’re not alone. Whether it was plane tickets, hotel stays, theme park splurges, or daily “treat...
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