CSUN Saves

Perspective | Black households were saving more. Then came covid-19. Even though Black families have been hard hit by the covid-19-related recession, they were better prepared because of the increase in their savings, new report finds.

Congrats to Pedram, one of our CSUN students!

Congratulations on being $500 richer, Pedram! He was the lucky winner of our Sweepstakes!

“Saving is important to me because it proves I am not willing to buy unnecessary things to please others or to be perceived as successful.” 🙌

Help us congratulate him and read more of his story here:
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Students had a great time learning new financial management skills.

Did you know carrying your CSUN ID with you all the time could save you thousands? This article from Gift Card Grandma, gives you the low down on retail spots that give discounts for being a student!

https://www.giftcardgranny.com/blog/student-discounts/

100+ Student Discounts | GiftCardGranny Have your college ID handy? Start saving today! These 101 student discounts have been researched and verified to help help you save on electronics, movies, clothing and more.

Looking for more ways to save in College? Sign up for UNIdays and get hundreds of discounts on clothing, electronics, makeup, fitness and more!
Click the link to sign up, you won't want to miss out: https://www.myunidays.com/GB/en-GB/content/abou

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Are you a part of the 84% of Americans who are either putting their tax refunds into savings or paying down debt? Tell us how you're making smart money moves with your refund!

Source: National Retail Federation

Are you a part of the 84% of Americans who are either putting their tax refunds into savings or paying down debt? Tell us how you're making smart money moves with your refund!

Source: National Retail Federation

QUESTION: Do you have all of your important records gathered in one place and secured in case of emergency?

These include financial and critical personal, household, and medical information.

If not, make that your goal THIS WEEK, both a physical and digital copy.

For more great tips on preparing for a disaster, head on over to our friends at Ready:

http://qoo.ly/wsm7y

Great course to learn how to manage your money!

https://www.thegreatcourses.com/courses/money-management-skills.html

Money Management Skills Money management can be intimidating. Fortunately, most of us only need to learn a few basic principles to make good financial decisions. Get a comprehensive overview of what everyday people need to know. Whether you’re just getting started in life or contemplating retirement, this course offers a...

A great App for your phone to save money daily, monthly, and yearly!
Really easy to use

Daily Budget
https://youtu.be/mXGcDFQNjs0

Daily Budget Demo

A good resource for students to learn more about their student loans and repaying them after graduation.

Student loans | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Whether you are preparing for college, attending school, or already repaying your student loans, we have tools and resources to help you make the best decisions for you.

Perspective | Does America have a savings crisis? It’s hard to put money aside when you’re only earning enough to cover the basic necessities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcHgKCBRyeA

America Saves - "Automated Savings" America Saves is a campaign that encourages good money management skills, especially when it comes to saving money to reduce debt and build wealth. The Unive...

Saving doesn’t have to be a chore. Simply ask your employer for Split Deposit and put some of your salary into a savings account every payday. www.electronicpayments.org

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tb5ciiS0h30

America Saves - "Newborn" America Saves is a campaign that encourages good money management skills, especially when it comes to saving money to reduce debt and build wealth. The Unive...

Many Americans Are Satisfied With Their Inadequate Emergency Savings | Bankrate.com Bankrate’s survey finds most Americans are comfortable with their deficient emergency funds.

Gearing up for America Saves Week!

Make a plan to save some of your tax refund | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Tips for making a plan to save a portion of your tax refund with links to IRS and CFPB information

How to reduce your debt | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Learn strategies that can help you make a plan to pay down your debt.

How can I protect myself and others I care about from fraud and scams? There are several steps you can take to protect yourself and others from fraud and scams.

Promote SaveYourRefund Tax-Time Savings - America Saves Week More than half of all Americans have no savings to help them cope with even small emergencies. Yet more than 100 million taxpayers get refunds from the IRS each year. For many …

How to save for emergencies and the future | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Worksheets, checklists, and tools from the CFPB to help you save for emergencies and the future.

School is quickly ended! Do you Have a financial plan for summer yet?

Want to save money? Here are some tips to get you started

Saving Money Tips - 8 Simple Ways to Save Money Looking for a few simple ways to save money? Explore this guide from Better Money Habits for tips on saving money.

April is National Social Security Month
Learn more about programs to help you throughout your life

What You Can Do Online | Social Security Administration This Social Security web page contains information about and links to Social Security's online services.

Saving can be stressing! Here are some tips on how to start off!

https://www.buzzfeed.com/nicolenguyen/how-to-save-money?utm_term=.kaoMawRWAk #.ixAx0yj3Ed

11 Tips For Saving Money You Might Not Have Thought Of New year, mo’ money.