13. July 2011

Last month, AARP released the fact sheet

How Many Older Americans Live: Ten Facts to Consider. The piece focuses on the lack of savings among Americans over 65.

6. July 2011

Each month we ask students to share their stories about saving money as part of the Young America Saves program. To learn more about the program or to enroll visit http://www.youngamericasaves.org

By Andrea Pelligrini, University of Illinois Student

Even as a child, the thing I remember wanting more than anything was my license. When I was about 11, I realized that having a license didn’t mean anything without something to drive. With this new realization, I began saving towards my car fund immediately.