Pay it forward | Donate or Volunteer
Pay it forward, by donating or volunteering to help the less fortunate, is a great way to give back to society and is rewarding mentally.
Poorest and fattest states are Republican lead states
Most of the lowest income and unhealthiest state are and have been historically led by Republicans. So which party is better for Americans when it comes to their finances?
You miss 100% of the shots you never take
If you want to improve your situation in life, including meeting financial gains, you need to take a chance. Learn about taking a shot to hit your financial goals.
Taxes that are paid out of your income
There are a number of categories of taxes that Americans need to pay. Learn what they are and how they can impact your finances.
Examples of compound interest and annual returns
The magic of compound returns is a critical financial literacy concept to understand. Find examples on how the magic of compound interest and annual returns can make your money grow.
Save $2 per day to build retirement or general emergency savings
Saving $2 per day, starting at the age of 18, can help a low income family (or anyone) build a retirement savings account or other assets.
Dollar Cost Averaging: A Strategy for Consistent Investing
Dollar Cost Averaging will help you limit risk and it can improve your returns. DCU is investing on a consistent, auto-pilot type basis.
Keeping Up: Just Who Are the Joneses
When you hear “Keeping up with the Joneses”, ever wonder who they are and what that means? Find out who the Joneses are and where that term originated from.
Opportunity Cost and Personal Finance Choices
Understand opportunity cost and how small financial choices affect long term wealth. Learn how to make smarter spending decisions, saving, and investing decisions, even if your income is low.
What are Debt Management Plans
A Debt Management Plan (DMP) can help you pay bills, avoid bankruptcy, eliminate debts and improve your credit score.
Success rate of consumer credit counseling
Borrowers who have received credit counseling are almost always better off than people who do not ask for help. Research shows that a significant portion of those who use these services do achieve positive outcomes, including reduced debts
United Cancer Advocacy Action Network cancer assistance programs
An organization that provides assistance to cancer patients in the Southern California region is United Cancer Advocacy Action Network. The non-profit administers programs in the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara