Where do you see yourself 5 years from now? What about 10 years from now? Perhaps your vision includes some degree of financial security, such as a vacation to Europe or a luxury vehicle. At the very least, you want to have enough money to eat out or buy concert tickets without worrying about finances. As the cost of living continues to rise, so does the debt burden for young people. First-time homebuyers have plummeted to the lowest levels of a generation, as college debt weighs on young workers’ personal balance sheets. In other words, the financial decisions you make today will determine whether you will pay the price or reap the rewards in the years to come.

• Through TRiO Student Support Services, eligible Northeast State Community College students are able to take advantage of financial literacy learning resources.
• For those students who may not be eligible for TRiO, the Money Smart program through the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) can help people of all ages enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.
• MyMoney also has several resources, including financial planning calculators, budgeting worksheets, and financial management checklists.
• Another financial tool geared specifically toward college students is MoneyGeek. This resource will help you take charge of your finance by providing education around money management, healthy use of credit cards, savings and investing, and managing student loans.

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