Savvy Savers | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 5

Getting Real About Interest Rates Video

This video explores the effect of inflation on purchasing power and the distinction between real and nominal interest rates.

Why Should You Save & Invest?

Learn about the value of saving, investing, and the Rule of 72.

Savvy Savers

Calculate compound interest to identify the benefits of saving in interest-bearing accounts.

When the Unexpected Happens, Be Ready with an Emergency Fund

Learn how to start building an emergency fund and how much to save, in this Page One Economics article.

Postsecondary Education Expenses

Analyze spending habits to help save for education expenses.

Understanding Bonds

Learn about different types of bonds, and the potential risks and return of investments.

Building Human Capital | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 1

Identify the link between investment in human capital and earning income.

W Is for Wages, W4 and W2 | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 2

Compare different pay and tax types, and how to understand a W-2 and W-4 forms.

Checking and Savings Accounts | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 3

Discover the differences between checking and savings accounts.

Your Budget Plan | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 4

Analyze effective budgeting behaviors.

Credit Reports | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 6

Learn and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using credit.

Creditors' Criteria and Borrowers' Rights and Responsibilities | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 7

Introduce the criteria for how loans are made and what rights borrowers have.

Loans and Payday Loans: What’s the Cost? | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 8

Learn how to calculate APR.

What Is the Cost of Choosing to Rent-to-Own? | It's Your Paycheck Lesson 9

Review the elements of a contract.