blog posts Gratitude & Personal Finances Nov 18, 2022 3:45 pm117 views There are so many things to be grateful for in this life. As we go into the holiday season, in this article we will discuss about how gratitude impacts our finances. Health Insurance Dissected - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Apr 12, 2023 1:00 pm6 views Dissect the ins and outs of health insurance by watching this webinar recording from April 12, 2023. How do people with vision impairments manage money? Jun 16, 2020 12:45 pm648 views Vision impairments can complicate how people manage their money. Learn about ways that people with reduced vision or blindness can be empowered to navigate finances on their own. How I Avoided a Phone Call Scam in My First Week in the United States Jul 25, 2023 3:30 pm227 views This article is meant to put people, particularly first-time travellers in the United States (US), on alert on the activities of phone call scammers. How the Rule of 72 Can Help You Build Wealth—Or Sink Deeper Into Debt Feb 6, 2025 12:30 pm586 views Whether you are saving for a goal or dealing with debt, the Rule of 72 offers a simple, yet effective way to estimate the time it takes for money to grow or for debt to balloon due to compound interest. How to Add Digital Badges to LinkedIn Sep 13, 2019 2:00 pm662 views If you have a digital badge from the University of Illinois Digital Badges Program, you may have noticed that there's a new backpack system to use. Since the transition from Mozilla Backpack to Badgr Backpack, there's a new way to create collections that can be placed on LinkedIn. We created a tutorial to help you display your badges on LinkedIn after you've transitioned to using Badgr. How to Support Small Businesses During COVID-19 Mar 31, 2020 1:00 pm53 views Here are ways you can help support small businesses during COVID-19. How to Support Wellness While Virtual Mar 18, 2020 4:15 pm178 views Learn ways to enhance your overall wellness in a virtual environment. How Your Spending Can Change the World - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Mar 29, 2023 1:00 pm5 views Explore how your spending can change the world by watching this webinar recording from March 29, 2023. Identifying Expenses: Fixed, Flexible, or Occasional? Aug 7, 2023 1:30 pm798 views If you're looking for a better understanding of how to categorize expenses in your budget or spending plan, explore the differences between fixed, flexible, and occassional costs. Identity Theft & Fraud - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Sep 16, 2021 1:00 pm11 views Find out how to protect yourself from fraud, recognize identity theft, and what to do if you're affected with this webinar recording from September 15, 2021. IDFPR Webinars on Temporary Expanded PSLF Aug 19, 2022 11:45 am10 views IDFPR is hosting 4 webinars between now and October 30th on the temporarily expanded PSLF program for Public School Educators. Inflation: When Prices Rise - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Sep 28, 2022 1:00 pm16 views Learn about how inflation impacts individual consumers by watching this webinar recording from September 28 2022. International Student Financial Wellness Survey Nov 1, 2018 10:00 pm269 views The University of Illinois Student Money Management Center developed a survey specifically for international students to learn about your unique financial struggles and habits because of how important you are to the community and enriching diversity for all three of our universities in the University of Illinois System. Investing Basics - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Mar 10, 2021 1:00 pm13 views Investing - it's not for the faint of heart, because investing in the stock market involves risk. Knowing and understanding terminology, fees, types of professionals, as well as investment methods can be a whirlwind of terms and confusing concepts. Learn the basics and have a better understanding on how investing works! Investing Risks & Rewards - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Feb 8, 2023 1:00 pm7 views Discover investing risks & rewards by watching this webinar recording from February 8, 2023. IOUs: There's an App for That! Oct 14, 2016 3:30 pm22 views Have you heard of Venmo? Squarecash? These are just a few of the apps that allow you to send money to anyone, anywhere, anytime. From a convenience standpoint, these advances are amazing—but what are the costs of convenience? Job Search Due Diligence in the U.S. – Avoiding Job Scams Feb 25, 2025 10:30 am205 views In this article, Kwabena Sarfo Adjei discusses job search due diligence and how job seekers can navigate the perilous journey of landing a dream job while avoiding becoming a victim of a job scam in this digital age. Know What You Owe Challenge Apr 1, 2021 12:00 pm164 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2021. Know What You Owe Challenge Jun 15, 2019 11:45 pm102 views Over half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. Know What You Owe Challenge Nov 15, 2020 12:00 pm121 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. Know What You Owe Challenge Dec 15, 2019 11:45 pm135 views Over half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. Know What You Owe Challenge - Fall 2021 Nov 15, 2021 12:00 pm175 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs November 15 - December 15, 2021. Know What You Owe Challenge - Fall 2022 Nov 15, 2022 8:00 am70 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs November 15 - December 15, 2022. Know What You Owe Challenge - Fall 2023 Nov 14, 2023 8:00 am286 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs November 14 - December 15, 2023. Know What You Owe Challenge - Fall 2024 Nov 15, 2024 8:00 am305 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs November 15 - December 15, 2024. Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2022 Apr 1, 2022 12:00 pm74 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2022. Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2023 Apr 1, 2023 8:00 am350 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2023. Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2024 Apr 1, 2024 8:00 am149 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2024. Leveraging FinTech - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Aug 19, 2021 1:00 pm5 views Learn about new financial technologies as well as considerations and protections that may be helpful in choosing fintech for navigating your financial journey. Memes & Money: What are the Facts? - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Jan 25, 2023 1:00 pm5 views Learn about money memes, digital assets, and more by watching this webinar recording from January 25, 2023. Mobile Wallets: Know the Risks & Rewards Dec 15, 2017 1:45 pm324 views Mobile wallets are a digital way to keep your financial tools and resources in your mobile device. Learn more about the risks & rewards of mobile wallets so you can best protect your hard-earned money. Money in Relationships - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Feb 9, 2022 1:00 pm9 views Explore methods of communicating and managing money in relationships by watching this webinar recording from February 8, 2022. More Than Money: What to Consider in a Job Offer Package May 1, 2025 4:00 pm145 views There are more things to consider with a job offer than salary. Read this article to learn how to evaluate the true value of a job position. Mutual Funds vs Exchange Traded Funds May 29, 2024 9:00 am1165 views Curious about automatically diversified investment options? Learn the key differences between Mutual Funds and ETFs, and find out which might be the best fit for your situation and financial goals. My Account is in Collections! Now What? Jul 26, 2015 12:00 pm42 views Tips to help you cope with & resolve accounts in collections. Opening a Bank Account in the United States Jun 17, 2025 11:15 am131 views Looking to establish a relationship with a financial institution? We've highlighted reasons you might need one and steps to opening a checking or savings account in the U.S. Overcoming Spending Temptations Nov 16, 2020 3:30 pm592 views Get some idea starters on how to overcome spending temptations, just in time for the shopping season! Planning for the Unforeseen - Get Savvy Webinar Recording Dec 8, 2021 1:00 pm7 views Learn about tools you can use in estate planning, like power of attorney, wills, and more, from this webinar recording from December 8, 2021. Podcast: Appraisal Bias Jul 15, 2024 12:00 pm25 views In episode 87 of Making Cents of Money, IDFPR Deputy Secretary Ericka Johnson breaks down what appraisal bias is, how it affects consumers, and what you can do if you believe you're a victim. Podcast: April 30th Student Loan Deadline Apr 8, 2024 12:00 pm39 views In episode 81 of Making Cents of Money, April 30th Student Loan Deadline, we discuss a critical deadline for FFEL, Perkins, or Health Education Assistance Loans (HEAL) borrowers on income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. Podcast: Back to School - College & Credit Aug 12, 2024 12:00 pm42 views In episode 90 of Making Cents of Money, Back to School: College & Credit, Kimber & Andrea discuss credit cards and financing options for students and families, including the different tools and their short and long-term impacts. Podcast: Banked or Unbanked - Choosing Financial Services for You Sep 23, 2020 12:00 pm44 views Episode 2 of Making Cents of Money, Banked or Unbanked - Choosing Financial Services for You, is all about defining unbanked/underbanked, the differences between banks & credit unions, and how to choose the right financial institution for you. Learn from Illinois' Director of Banking, Chasse Rehwinkel, and Director of Financial Institutions, Francisco Menchaca. Podcast: Basic Needs & Needs Insecurity Oct 7, 2024 12:00 pm14 views In episode 95 of Making Cents of Money, basic needs and needs security and some adjacent terms, like financial fragility, are discussed by our co-hosts, Kimber and Andrea. Podcast: Becoming an Entrepreneur! Oct 19, 2022 12:00 pm60 views In episode 50 of Making Cents of Money, Steve Bob from UIC Entrepreneurial Support Program joins Andrea and Nikki to discuss what to think about when it comes to starting your own business. Podcast: Budgeting Jun 17, 2021 12:00 pm122 views In episode 20 of Making Cents of Money, Budgeting, Nikki, Andrea, and Jake cover a few of the most popular budgeting (or spending plan, if you prefer) methods to help you think about building a financial plan. Podcast: Building Wealth After Graduation Mar 25, 2024 12:00 pm90 views In episode 80 of Making Cents of Money, Building Wealth After Graduation, Donovan Sanchez returns to talk about how to navigate juggling multiple goals during the transition to life after college. Podcast: Buying a Car! Jul 21, 2021 12:00 pm27 views In episode 22 of Making Cents of Money, Buying a Car!, Nikki, Andrea, and Jake explain the true costs of car ownership as well as the terms and tools to know about before you buy your next vehicle. Podcast: Buying a Home! Mar 16, 2022 12:00 pm42 views In episode 36 of Making Cents of Money, Buying a Home!, Andrea, Jake, and Nikki explain terminology, tools, and the basics steps of buying a home. Podcast: Choosing a Credit Card Jun 22, 2022 12:00 pm52 views In episode 43 of Making Cents of Money, Nikki and Andrea discuss what you may want to consider when it comes to choosing a credit card.
