Links to Resources

Below are some websites that will give you specific information on different aspects of money management. Please be aware that our link lists will change routinely, however, we believe that your search for financial answers should begin with government sites, such as the FDIC because they have extensive information on all aspects of managing money at every stage of your life. Learn first how to avoid getting swindled out of your hard earned money, and then review each guide that is appropriate for what you want to do. The FDIC guides will provide additional links to other trusted sites.

The sites listed here may change in character without our knowledge, so please do not make decisions based on reading one article. Search for verification of what you've read on other sites, and through trusted individuals or organizations.

www.Econ4U.org Provides quick and easy answers regarding the best way to protect your cash, and your credit. It also tells you which of the stars have been recently scammed.

FDIC Consumer News This site tells all about:

How safe your savings really are when parked in a bank;

How to avoid the latest mortgage and financial scams;

Good ways to start cutting back.

The Social Security Administration has online information to answer some of your pre-retirement questions. Learn what you need to know before you retire. You’d be surprised at all the online options you have on this site. If you are thinking about retiring now or 20 years from now this is a must see site.

A Shopper's Guide to Bank Products and Services This site tells you how to figure out what the best mortgage term and rate is for your situation, and gives invaluable financial advice and resources for those caught in a mortgage short fall.

Identity Theft: What to do to protect yourself. From the Bush to the Obama administration track what’s being done and what you should do if identity theft visits your house.

Spanish-language consumer education campaign to help consumers stay safe online, If members of your household only speak Spanish send them to this web site to learn more about financial fitness online.

New York University's list of internet financial resources. Check out the online newspapers and magazines devoted to managing your money. Even if you just want to know what the stock market is doing today they have it all in one place.

The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid: This is one of many sites that will serve up useful information for those trying to stay in school or return to school. When times are tough, we all need to reevaluate our plans. Now may be the perfect time to finish that degree.

Careers and Colleges: Have fun. Expand your thinking about the future, and speak directly with the financial aid office of your chosen school or college. Even if they haven't chosen you yet, they will provide answers to your questions regarding how the system works, or will send you to other web sites with the information you need. If you were just layed off this may be the perfect time to rethink your career. This site will give you the info you need on what’s necessary to pursue work as a brain surgeon, architect or as a counselor.