Financial Education Center
Use Consolidated Credit’s free financial education resources to build financial literacy
Welcome to Consolidated Credit’s free Financial Education Center. At Consolidated Credit, we believe that education is the key to helping people achieve financial stability. So, we’ve created this library of resources to help you build financial literacy. You can browse through different types of resources or head to the bottom of the page to find resources arranged by topics, such as budgeting, saving and building credit.
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Financial Webinars, Seminars & Courses
NOTE: Due to public health safety concerns, all live and local events have been canceled until further notice. We will reschedule these events for later in the year. In the meantime, we encourage you to sign up for our online webinars!
Helping Those Who Serve: First Responders and the Military
Date & Time: Wed , Nov 10 @ 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm Online Service: GoToWebinar. Cost: Free
The Weather and Your Wallet
Natural disasters can have a catastrophic impact on your finances. This free webinar will teach you how to prepare to minimize financial losses and how to deal effectively during the aftermath of a storm.
Runtime: 22:53
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Buy or Refi: Which is Best for You?
A home is most people’s most valuable asset. Learning how to manage mortgage debt is essential. This free webinar will teach you how to weigh your options as a homeowner.
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Debt-Free Vacation Budgeting
Don’t let high interest rate debt be the biggest souvenir from your trip! Learn how to budget for a fun, frugal vacation that doesn’t lead to debt.
Runtime: 18:55
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Budgeting Made Easy: A Stable Financial House
Watch this free budgeting video to learn how to construct a stable financial house that supports your needs and goals, while keeping debt out.
Take Down Credit Card Debt
If high-interest credit card debt is causing trouble for your budget, we have two methods of credit card debt reduction that can help you take control.
Smart Ways to Save Money Using Your Money
The are smart ways to save money using your money by choosing the right checking accounts, savings accounts and credit cards to fit your needs and spending habits. We also explain the right strategy for using your credit card account correctly to save money.
Free Financial Calculators
How to Get Out of Debt
Does it seem impossible for you to make a dent in your debt? It doesn’t have to be this way. Even if you are living paycheck to paycheck, you can get out of debt. Here’s how.
Find Solutions
How to Build Credit
Your credit impacts so much of your future and your ability to make big purchases. Learn how to build credit to achieve a better score, with or without a credit card.
Start Building
How to Live Debt Free
Discover the best way to maintain a debt-free lifestyle. It’s not only about getting out of debt – it’s about staying that way. We reveal 5 steps to achieve debt-free living.
Take Control
Paying Off Over $35K
Between car repairs and household emergencies, Walter wasn’t sure he’d ever pay off his credit card balances. See how Consolidated Credit helped him take control.
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Hiding Debt
Matilde wanted to shield her husband from how bad their finances were while he was sick, but the bills caught up to her. Learn how she made a plan to eliminate her debt.
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Break a Credit Habit
It’s easy to get comfortable pulling out plastic to make any purchase you need, but when using credit becomes a habit, it’s time to break the addiction.
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Financial Literacy Test
Are you financially literate? Take this quick 20-question test to see what you know and where you need to study up to improve your understanding.
Take the Test
30-Day FinLit Checklist
Not sure where to start improving your finances? Use this 30-day checklist to jumpstart your finances with a new activity each day.
Take Action
Financial Literacy Statistics
Americans lack financial literacy, often because most of us were never taught about finance in school. See where we stand and how you stack up.
See the StatsMore Free Financial Resources
Personal Finance Infographics
Search our library of personal finance infographics to understand key financial topics and see the latest personal finance statistics.
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Personal Finance Guides
Navigate key life events and everyday finance with the help of Consolidated Credit’s free downloadable personal finance guides.
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Interactive Courses
Consolidated Credit offers two free interactive financial education courses. There are 16 topics for adults and 4 topics for teens.
Read MoreLearn How To Budget
Learn how to build and maintain an effective budget to avoid debt and save money
Achieve Financial Stability
Balancing all your financial needs can be tricky, but balance is key to your success.
Smart Money Management
The right accounts and banking strategy can help avoid fees and build wealth faster.
Saving Money
Achieving your savings goals is easier with the right strategy and accounts.
Intro to Financial Planning
Making a practical financial plan can help you achieve your goals and save money.
Credit Score Basics
Knowing how credit scores work can be the key to achieving good credit.
Rebuilding Your Credit
Don’t let bad credit hold you back! Achieve the credit score you need in one year or less.
Using Credit Wisely
Using credit wisely can help you maintain good credit while avoiding debt.
Managing Debt
Managing debt correctly helps you pay it off fast and minimize interest charges.
Identity Theft Prevention
Protect your personal data and learn smart ways to prevent and address identity theft.
Finance for the Seasons
Making seasonal adjustments to your budget can be the key to staying on track.
Planning for Life Events
Plan ahead for unemployment, medical emergencies and other key life events.
Youth Resources
Find resources to help kids and teens learn essential financial skills.
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