by Julie Gilkay | Jun 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Thanks to a grant from The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America®, there is no fee to attend FISC’s 2018 The Power of Money workshop. This classic program has been revised into a shorter three-week format. The core budgeting tips that have helped thousands of...
by Julie Gilkay | May 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
A March 2018 survey conducted by Harris Poll for the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) reveals that 38% of adults who have tried to purchase a home in the past year have faced barriers to home ownership. The infographic reveals the top five barriers to...
by Julie Gilkay | Apr 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Want to learn more about investments, Social Security and retirement? Money Smart Week Fox Cities is offering three free classes at Fox Cities libraries. Investment Fundamentals is at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, at the Menasha Public Library. Making the Most of...
by Julie Gilkay | Mar 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Money Smart Week Fox Cities is offering free events for community members. On Sunday, April 22, from noon until 5 p.m. is the Financial Literacy Free Day at The Building for Kids Children’s Museum, 100 W. College Ave., downtown Appleton. Children will...
by Julie Gilkay | Mar 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
As we start to anticipate spring, we start thinking about travel, vacations and maybe buying a better car. Buying a car can be a daunting proposition. What research is helpful? What questions should you ask? Fox Communities Credit Union is offering a seminar for car...
by Julie Gilkay | Feb 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl The Money Smart Week Fox Cities Committee and its partner organizations, which include Financial Information and Service Center, are offering a scholarship contest. The Money Smart Week scholarship winner will receive $1,000 toward school expenses....
by Julie Gilkay | Feb 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? Millions of people do. Many people buy gifts to express their feelings. Not sure what to give? Flowers and cards are popular gifts. Red roses are the most popular flower, but keep in mind there are many varieties and...
by Julie Gilkay | Jan 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Every tax-filing season, advertisements suggest ways to spend tax refunds. It’s easy to give in to the urge to splurge and quickly spend a refund. Don’t spend your refund impulsively on the first thing that comes to mind. Instead, before your money...
by Julie Gilkay | Jan 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Do you wish you had more money in savings? Maybe you’d like to eliminate credit card bills or other debt? You’re not alone. Setting realistic resolutions for the new year can help us reach our goals. Here are a few quick tips: Think of one thing you want...
by Julie Gilkay | Nov 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Do you feel the urge to splurge on the perfect present? You’re not alone. Twenty percent of Americans say they have spent $1,000 or more impulsively. Sometimes we splurge on special gifts for others or ourselves. Too much spending —during the holidays or...
