Videos aligned with the “Credit and Debt” standard from the National Standards in K-12 Personal Finance Education.
Overall Competency: Develop strategies to control and manage credit and debt.
Introduction to APR or Annual Percentage Rate for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of Annual Percentage Rate in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about APR, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as …
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Credit cards can be invaluable if you use them correctly. You will be able to enjoy incredible perks and high cash back, build credit, avoid fees, and so much more! In this post, I’ll share 5 brilliant tips to help you get the most out of your credit card. 1. Look for cards with perks that …
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How to Improve Your Credit Score A good credit score can unlock very important doors that make your life easy and save you thousands of dollars over time. A good credit score not only makes it easier to get loans and credit cards, but it is vital if you want a low interest rate on …
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What most people don’t realize is that your 20s are the most crucial time in your financial life. The smallest financial decisions you make or money habits you inculcate in your 20s can have a lifelong impact on your financial security. You can either take your 20s seriously to get out of debt, build wealth …
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A quick overview of bank checks for kids, teens and beginners. For the full video, please visit: Comparison: Credit Cards vs Debit Cards Infographic: Download a High-Quality Printable Version
A quick overview of credit cards for kids, teens and beginners. For the full video, please visit: What is a Credit Card? A Simple Explanation for Kids, Teens and Beginners Infographic: Download a High-Quality Printable Version
Do you have a mountain of credit card debt that just won’t go away no matter how hard you try? Do you feel like you want to live a debt free life but are just not sure how? If you watch this video, you will be able to get rid of credit card debt using …
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A quick introduction to the world of finance for kids, teens and beginners. For the full video, please visit: What is Finance? A Simple Explanation for Kids, Teens and Beginners Infographic: Download a High-Quality Printable Version
Introduction to Borrowing and Loans for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of a loan in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about loans, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as part of a …
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When we discussed student loans, you mentioned federal and private student loans. But what is a Federal Student Loan? Federal student loans are funded by the federal government. They have a fixed rate of interest, and their terms and conditions are set by law. Students with a financial need may even qualify for a subsidized …
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