MATH: Budgeting Project

These online tools let you skip the setup and math, and start tracking and saving your money right now.

In case you want to start getting financial organized!

A gig economy is a labor market for short-term employment contracts, or gigs, as opposed to full-time positions. This type of work has many advantages, such as allowing you to be flexible in choosing jobs that fit your needs and goals at different times. Learning about some common gig economy jobs, their typical salaries and what duties they involve can help you decide if this type of work is right for you.

Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is a movement of people devoted to a program of extreme savings and investment that aims to allow them to retire far earlier than traditional budgets and retirement plans would permit.

The housing choice voucher program is the federal government's major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Since housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants are able to find their own housing, including single-family homes, townhouses and apartments.

Known previously as "food stamps," the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you pay for food if you have a low income.

Each bank differs in its strengths, so finding the right bank to help you meet your needs — whether it’s earning more on savings or access to a large ATM network — is key. (NOTE: Supported by advertising)

Understanding Your Credit Score (and Why It Matters)
What’s your credit score? If you don’t know, it’s a good idea to find out because this simple number can have an important impact on your financial life.