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#ImSavingFor Winner Story

America Saves awarded one lucky saver, Pedram R. from California, $750 for sharing his #ImSavingFor story. Pedram said, “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.”

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/saver-tips-and-stories/imsavingfor-winner-story/

15 Ways to Earn Extra Money

Like many of us, you may have found that you could use a little more money this year. Whether you’re trying to save, pay off debt or just make ends meet, some extra cash could go a long way.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/15-ways-to-earn-extra-money/

AFTER TWENTY YEARS OF SERVICE, AMERICA SAVES’ DIRECTOR GEORGE BARANY ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT; TWO SUCCESSORS NAMED CO-DIRECTORS

America Saves announced today that George Barany, its Director, plans to retire from his position at the end of 2021. The Organization Looks Ahead to Its Next Chapter as Two Women Prepare to Take the Helm as Co-Directors in 2022.

https://americasaves.org/newsroom/press-releases/after-twenty-years-of-service-america-saves-director-george-barany-announces-retirement-two-successors-named-co-directors/

AMERICA SAVES AND EVEN PARTNER ON GROUNDBREAKING SAVINGS RESEARCH INITIATIVE

Launching in 2022, the Initiative Will Boost Thousands of Low-Wage Earning Adults’ Savings Accounts and Study the Impacts of Cash Injections on Saving, Spending, and Mental Health

https://americasaves.org/newsroom/press-releases/america-saves-and-even-partner-on-groundbreaking-savings-research-initiative/

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#ImSavingFor Winner Story

America Saves awarded one lucky saver, Pedram R. from California, $750 for sharing his #ImSavingFor story. Pedram said, “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.”

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/saver-tips-and-stories/imsavingfor-winner-story/

15 Ways to Earn Extra Money

Like many of us, you may have found that you could use a little more money this year. Whether you’re trying to save, pay off debt or just make ends meet, some extra cash could go a long way.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/15-ways-to-earn-extra-money/

Another Dream Realized

Mary Brown was already a disciplined individual when she came to Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC), the organization who coordinates the Wisconsin Saves campaign, last summer. She had successfully completed her bachelor’s degree with the assistance of her husband and son, and was now ready to tackle her next big dream – homeownership.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/saver-tips-and-stories/another-dream-realized/

Building Credit for the First Time

Building credit can be a little intimidating. Not only are we faced with a very confusing system but also tons of misinformation and misconceptions. This leaves many of us – especially those trying to build credit for the 1st time - feeling a little lost and unsure of the best way to get started.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/building-credit-for-the-first-time/

Developing a Savings "Game Plan"

Eunice Diaz, a teacher in Colorado Springs, had been noticing a pattern. Despite the fact that she and her husband were “making good money,” they were spending their entire earnings and “were still struggling at the end of the month.”

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/saver-tips-and-stories/developing-a-savings-game-plan/

Don’t Laugh at Saving Spare Change

Virginia Saves saver, Brittany, decided to start saving again when she became a single mother. She thinks many women, and men, can relate.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/saver-tips-and-stories/don-t-laugh-at-saving-spare-change/

First-Time Homebuyers: Where to Start

Excited! Scared! Anxious! Nervous! These are all normal emotions when starting the home-buying process for the first time. There are a lot of things to research, review, consider, and do throughout the process that can seem overwhelming for most first-timers.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/first-time-homebuyers-where-to-start/

Purchasing a Car

Buying an automobile is a major purchase and often the first large purchase many of us make. Finding the right car, navigating loans, and negotiating with a dealership or seller can be a little daunting.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/purchasing-a-car/

What is a Credit Score?

We all know credit is important when applying for a home mortgage, auto loan, or credit card, but many are surprised to learn that employers, utility companies, and insurance agencies also check credit to determine how you pay your bills and if you are hirable or insurable.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/what-is-a-credit-score/

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First-Time Homebuyers: Where to Start

Excited! Scared! Anxious! Nervous! These are all normal emotions when starting the home-buying process for the first time. There are a lot of things to research, review, consider, and do throughout the process that can seem overwhelming for most first-timers.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/insights/first-time-homebuyers-where-to-start/

National Financial Capability Month

With the continued COVID-19 pandemic growing and everyday Americans feeling the ramifications of our economy slowing down in an effort to slow the spread, we are experiencing firsthand why saving for the unexpected and having a savings plan is crucial.

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/partner-resource-packets/national-financial-capability-month/

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AFTER TWENTY YEARS OF SERVICE, AMERICA SAVES’ DIRECTOR GEORGE BARANY ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT; TWO SUCCESSORS NAMED CO-DIRECTORS

America Saves announced today that George Barany, its Director, plans to retire from his position at the end of 2021. The Organization Looks Ahead to Its Next Chapter as Two Women Prepare to Take the Helm as Co-Directors in 2022.

https://americasaves.org/newsroom/press-releases/after-twenty-years-of-service-america-saves-director-george-barany-announces-retirement-two-successors-named-co-directors/

AMERICA SAVES AND EVEN PARTNER ON GROUNDBREAKING SAVINGS RESEARCH INITIATIVE

Launching in 2022, the Initiative Will Boost Thousands of Low-Wage Earning Adults’ Savings Accounts and Study the Impacts of Cash Injections on Saving, Spending, and Mental Health

https://americasaves.org/newsroom/press-releases/america-saves-and-even-partner-on-groundbreaking-savings-research-initiative/