Wisconsin Saves
Wisconsin Saves is a statewide initiative devoted to promoting financial awareness and encouraging financial action among people of all economic levels. Through resources and access to diverse products, Wisconsin Saves believes that anyone can build wealth by developing positive spending and saving habits. So don't wait any longer...
Take the Wisconsin Saves Pledge
Let's go, Wisconsin!
The team at WWBIC is serious about saving money, and so are we! Did you know that savers with a plan are 2x more likely to save for retirement, have emergency savings, and stick to a budget? Join us and take the pledge to save.
Savings Strategies:
Building wealth starts when you set a goal and make a plan to reach that goal. Whatever goal you choose – whether it’s buying a car, buying a house, or getting out from under your debts – learn about proven savings strategies and get simple tips on the best ways to save. Click on the links below to learn how to:
- Get Out of Debt
- Save for a Home
- Save on Auto Purchases
- Save for Emergencies
- Save for Retirement
- Save for Education
Savings Tips
"If you're a college student, you can take advantage of college or youth discounts at museums, movie theaters, and even while traveling! Often all you have to do is ask and show your college ID."
Nicole Lowry, Arlington, VA
Wisconsin Resources
WWBIC offers financial awareness workshops throughout the state of Wisconsin.
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July - December 2019 Class Offerings:See a class below that interests you? Visit the class calendar to find out more.
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For more information on WWBIC programs visit www.wwbic.com |
Milwaukee Public Library (Milwaukee, WI) - Monthly listing of new library books and links on personal finance
Asset Builders of America, Inc. (Statewide) - Posts statewide Financial Awareness workshops along with a great online resource guide
Social Development Center (Milwaukee, WI) - Various workshops held throughout the year
GreenPath Debt Solutions (Milwaukee, WI) - Online and interactive tools and workshops available
Kiplinger (Online Resource) - Gives you resources to get your budget going!
FDIC (Online Resource) - Offers consumer information on building wealth, loans, credit cards and other financial matters
MoneySmart Wisconsin (Statewide) - Posts statewide Financial Awareness workshops along with a great online resource guide
360 Degrees of Financial Literacy (Online Resource) - Online resource tool to help you better manage your money
Wisconsin Saves Partnership
The Alliance for Economic Inclusion a collaborative effort between FDIC, local financial institutions and community partners. The goal of the partnership is to encourage you to find affordable financial services that meet your family's needs. For more information, please contact Wendy Baumann (see below).
Contact Us
Wendy Baumann
WWBIC President & CVO
1533 N. Rivercenter Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Office: 414-263-5450
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Recent Blog Entries View all »
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Saving is an option for individuals with disabilities
AUTHOR: By Michael R. Roush, Director, Real Economic Impact Network, National Disability Institute
Oftentimes, individuals with disabilities may not be familiar with savings options that are available to them or they may be afraid to save money due to the fear of jeopardizing public benefits. There are a wide variety of saving strategies that individuals with disabilities can potentially access to achieve their savings goal and build their financial well-being.
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38 Reasons You Need At Least a $500 Emergency Fund
The age-old saying,” When it rains it pours” is especially true when an unexpected emergency pops up- as if you had nothing better to do than fork out $500 on new tires, or visiting the doctor. Recently the Federal Reserve noted that almost half of Americans do not have $400 available in an emergency fund.
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America Saves and AFCPE® Connect to an AFC Pilot
During America Saves Week 2019, America Saves and the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education® (AFCPE)® collaborated and launched the Connect to an AFC® pilot. The pilot connected over 50 individuals to Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®) professionals across the country.
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