Houston Money Week

Houston Money Week will be held April 9 – April 16, 2022. This week-long free virtual campaign aims to help people better manage their personal finances.

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ESSAY CONTEST: What is financial preparedness & what are some steps you can take now to help prepare you for an unexpected financial situation?

Submit essay to: https://t.co/iuDEaQhiao

First Place Prizes:
High School $1,500
Middle School $500
Adult $1,000

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In 2018, Americans owe $1.5 trillion in student loans. Plan ahead with college savings funds. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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Did you know that over one-third of Americans have less than $10,000 saved for retirement? >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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Budgeting, planning & reassessing your financial goals even in small increments help. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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Pay yourself first, if you can. This can help you navigate lifestyle inflation. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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Did you know that more than half of Americans have less than $1,000 in savings? >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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#MoneyTip >>> For just one day this month, commit to having a no-spend day. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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”Money won’t create success, the freedom to make it will.” – Nelson Mandela >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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What if your house number was your monthly budget? How would you spend it? >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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Compound interest can become your best friend if you start saving now. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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How often do you check your credit report? Do you know your score? >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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#MoneyTip >> Create a savings plan and adjust it as needed. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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#MoneyTip >>> Save $1,000 as a starter emergency fund.
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“Don’t tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I’ll tell you what they are.” – James W. Frick >>> * Houston Money Week * April 15 - 22, 2023 * #helpingHouston #community #hmw2023 #houstonmoneyweek #financialliteracy https://t.co/cHdKMMbgsM

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A goal -- without a plan -- is just a wish. >>> * Houston Money Week * #helpingHouston

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With so much going on with our economy, tell us how you are saving money!!! Houston Money Week - April 15 to April 22. Visit HoustonMoneyWeek. OrgOrg

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Enter our 2023 Essay contest!!!
https://t.co/xSgqYmd6Ii

Essay Prompt:
Your family faces an emergency. You or your parent/guardian cannot work temporarily. Your family has little savings & must adjust.

Go to the link for more info & tell us how you would change your spending.

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The Houston Money Week 2023 Essay Contest is open until March 31, 2023. Please visit https://t.co/PG7bAly9ux for more details.

If you have the capacity, please share with your personal networks.

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Track your expenses each month, it is kind of a pain when you are doing it, but you learn so much about how you spend your money.

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Everyone has lesson's learned when it comes to their money. It is okay that you do too.

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Enroll a friend or coach in your money journey. Someone you can talk openly with is a gift and opportunity to mess up without being judged