Recap & Refresh – CSE Blog Wrap-Up
As another year ends, we’re thrilled to recap our 2024 journey through financial education! Together through our blog, we explored a variety of money topics, from budgeting basics to protecting against scams and fraud. Here’s a quick guide to all the topics we covered this year in our blog, making it easy to revisit any lesson whenever you need a refresher!
1. Budgeting and How to Put it into Practice
Budgeting is the backbone of financial success! This post breaks down simple, actionable steps for building a realistic budget, setting spending priorities, and sticking to it. It’s perfect for beginners and seasoned savers alike.
2. Do’s & Don’ts of Managing Debt
Debt can be daunting, but with a few key do’s and don’ts, you’ll feel empowered to tackle it. We cover practical tips to avoid quick-fix solutions.
3. 5 Habits to Make & 5 Habits to Break
Change your money habits for the better! We explored five essential habits for financial growth (like automating savings) and five to leave behind (like impulse spending). These tips help set a strong foundation for financial health.
4. Taming Your Bills and Subscriptions
From streaming services to food delivery apps, it’s easy for subscriptions to pile up! We show you how to reduce these expenses to keep monthly bills manageable.
5. Understanding the Role of a Credit Union in Your Community
Credit unions are more than just banks. They’re community-driven, member-focused organizations dedicated to financial empowerment. This post dives into the benefits of credit unions here in your community and how we differ from traditional banks.
6. Scamtionary: A Dictionary for Scam Terms
Stay scam-savvy with our SCAMTIONARY! From “phishing” to “smishing,” this resource decodes common scam terms, giving you the knowledge to recognize and avoid fraud.
7. Financial Glossary for Kids Broken Down by Age
Teaching kids about money? We created age-appropriate financial glossaries for every stage, helping to make financial literacy a family affair. Introduce basic terms like “savings” and “budget” to young children and explore credit and investments with teens.
8. The Rise of Fraud and AI: How to Protect Yourself & Your Money
Fraud is evolving, and with AI on the rise, it’s more important than ever to protect personal information. This guide explains common AI-driven scams and gives you practical tips for staying safe online.
9. How to Create a Financial Wellness Checklist
Achieving financial wellness doesn’t happen overnight, but our checklist can help you get there! From emergency savings to retirement contributions, check off each goal and track your progress.
10. Helping Your Elderly Parents Manage Their Money
Caring for aging parents often includes helping them navigate their finances. We discuss gentle strategies for discussing money and ways to ensure their financial security.
11. How to Avoid Impulse & Emotional Shopping
We’ve all been there—an impulse buy we didn’t plan on. This guide covers mindfulness techniques and shopping strategies that keep you focused on needs, not whims.
12. The True Cost of Holiday Spending
‘Tis the season, but holiday spending can quickly add up! Our guide walks you through creating a realistic holiday budget so you can enjoy the season without financial stress in the new year.
We hope you enjoyed learning with us this year, and we can’t wait to bring you more financial wisdom in 2025! Remember, your credit union is here for every step of your financial journey. Have questions? Reach out anytime—let’s keep learning and growing together!
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