by Julie Gilkay | Jun 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Many people want to save money but try to save out of their financial leftovers after they have paid everyone else. That’s a lot of people! After paying the mortgage or rent, utilities, food, cellphone, car payment, student loans and restaurant bills...
by Julie Gilkay | May 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl As thousands of proud parents celebrate the graduation of their children, many graduates are looking forward to being on their own. Living independently is a significant change. Here are some tips for new graduates. Have a spending plan. Without a budget...
by Julie Gilkay | Apr 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Would you like to increase savings or decrease debt? For the last nine years, people have been getting their finances “made over” by participating in the Money Smart Week Fox Cities Financial Makeover Challenge. David and Maria Bougie of Oshkosh won this...
by Julie Gilkay | Apr 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
A new report from the Corporation for Enterprise Development (CFED) explains that too often workplace financial services and financial wellness programs do not serve the real needs of young workers. “Beyond the Next Paycheck: Creating Opportunities for Young Workers...
by Julie Gilkay | Mar 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
Money Smart Week Fox Cities is offering two free events for the public in April. Tuesday, April 25, 4:30-6:30 p.m.: Money Smart Week Fox Cities Celebration — a three-part event held at the Jones Dairy Farm Culinary Theatre and Pepsi Atrium at Fox Valley Technical...
by Julie Gilkay | Mar 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Money Smart Week Fox Cities Committee and its partner organizations are offering a scholarship contest. One $1,000 scholarship and two $500 Edvest gift certificates will be awarded. Graduating high school seniors are encouraged to complete an application and...
by Julie Gilkay | Feb 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are you planning to retire in the next five years? Are you worried about making your money last? Do you find yourself approaching retirement age and carrying credit card debt? Plan now to attend FISC’s free workshop at 6 p.m. April 18 at the Appleton Public Library....
by Julie Gilkay | Feb 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl On Valentine’s Day, we often celebrate and express our love by buying presents like flowers, candy or cards. Another way to build your relationship is to learn to talk about money. While this may initially feel uncomfortable, with practice it becomes...
by Julie Gilkay | Jan 18, 2017 | 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 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
By Alan Prahl Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to take down the decorations, return unwanted gifts and plan to get rid of holiday debt. Carefully review your credit card bills to make sure there are no unauthorized charges. To eliminate debt more quickly, try...
