Are prepaid cards effective budgeting tools?
- May 6, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Credit, GreenPath University
As a national nonprofit guiding people to financial health and wellness, we often get questions about the use of prepaid cards to help manage monthly budgets.
5 Reasons to Make a Budget
- April 29, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, GreenPath University
Making a budget and following it are two powerful financial habits. It’s not always easy, or fun at first. But it is one of the best steps you can take to successfully manage your finances. There are many reasons to budget and in the long run, it feels really good to see yourself accomplishing a goal.
You Can Save Money and Help the Environment this Earth Day
- April 22, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Financial Health Tips, GreenPath University
This Earth Day, we want you to challenge yourself to make a few small changes that are good for the environment and your budget. These five tips can help the planet and make you some extra money. 1. Return Cans and Bottles If you live in one of these 10 states you can return your cans and bottles for cash! Depending on...
Financial Literacy for Kids
- April 22, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Family, Financial Health Tips, GreenPath University
As part of our Financial Literacy Month blog series, we’re talking about ways to educate children about finances. Remember, it’s never too early to start teaching kids about money. Good skills, that are learned at an early age, can have a lasting impact on the rest of your child’s life. In fact, this is one of the...
Steps to Take to Figure Out Your Finances
- April 14, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Debt, GreenPath University
Since April is Financial Literacy Month, it’s a good time to figure out your finances and the steps to take when it comes to debt. A situation we see here at GreenPath Financial Wellness when we talk to clients – a gradual increase in credit card debt balances over time with high-interest rates and the...
Financial Tools for Success
- April 7, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Debt, GreenPath University
April is Financial Literacy Month - a good time to consider the importance of financial literacy education, especially with the economic uncertainties caused by the ongoing pandemic. Continuing our series of blogs sharing information as part of Financial Literacy Month, the focus today is on finding the right financial...
Looking at the Impact of Financial Stress
- April 1, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Financial Health Tips, GreenPath University
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and well-being, especially important now with the uncertainties caused by the ongoing pandemic. When it comes to personal finances, many studies show that your overall mental well-being is directly correlated to your...
Bills You Should Pay First
- March 22, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Debt, Foreclosure, GreenPath University
Which bills should you pay first? Food, medicine, childcare, mortgage/home expenses, auto, child support, income taxes and then unsecured debts.
Top Money Tips for Women of All Ages
- March 17, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Debt, Family, GreenPath University, Saving
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the vital roles and achievements of women in American culture and society. It is also a time to celebrate you as a woman and continue – or begin – healthy financial habits that will create the life you desire. In the last few years, it has been estimated that...
Secured vs. Unsecured Loans
- March 17, 2021
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: GreenPath University, Loans
Choosing between Secured or Unsecured Loans? Secured loans are protected by an asset. Unsecured loans are the reverse of secured loans.
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