Retirement Planning Tips for Young Adults
Too many young people make the mistake of waiting too long to save for retirement. Retiring may seem far off, and that distance can lead some to delay saving. Real Secrets of Money™ educators emphasize that it’s never too early
What to Look for in a Financial Checkup
Performing a regular financial checkup is one of the best ways to stay on track with your financial goals. Taking a little time to review your progress and make adjustments can help you achieve long-term financial security and peace of
Bridging the Racial Gap in Financial Literacy
Many factors contribute to the racial wealth gap, including lack of access to a financial education that can help families make ends meet. The racial wealth gap is structural, but financial education is still crucial. At Real Secrets of Money™,
How Much Should You Save for Retirement?
Saving for retirement can be stressful. It’s like running a long-distance race without knowing how far you have to run. Mile marker after mile marker, you wonder when you’ll finish. Are you running fast enough to win? Are you running
Catching Up on College Savings
If you’ve fallen behind on college savings, don’t panic. Know that you’re not alone — it’s easy to put off saving for college when you’re more worried about teaching your children the ABCs than the SATs. We’ve already looked at
Why Becoming a Financial Educator is More Important Than Ever
October is Financial Planning Month, and while learning to manage your own finances first is important, it’s also the perfect time to consider how we can help others in our communities achieve financial success too. The need for financial literacy
Celebrating October as Financial Planning Month: The Key to Your Financial Future
October is Financial Planning Month, a perfect time to focus on taking control of your financial future. Whether you're starting your journey or looking to refine your current strategies, financial planning is a critical tool to achieving both short-term and
Embracing Technology for Financial Literacy: Top Digital Tools, Apps and Websites
For the final week of Financial Literacy Month, we are excited to showcase how technology has made achieving financial security easier. The digital age has revolutionized how we manage our money — today, websites and apps make our finances easier,
Reading into Your Financial Future: The Best Books for Financial Literacy
For the third week of Financial Literacy Month, our exploration of Tools and Resources for Financial Education continues as we turn the page to an important part of the journey toward financial empowerment: books. A well-chosen selection of financial education
Tuning Into Financial Education: The Best Podcasts for Financial Literacy Month
For the second installment of the ongoing Real Secrets of Money™ celebration of Financial Literacy Month, we’re focusing our Tools and Resources for Financial Education campaign on the world of podcasts — an increasingly popular medium that can be a