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University of Illinois Student Money Management Center (SMMC) provides financial education across the UofI System. DMs not monitored. Please email.
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Emergencies happen. 🚗💸. Start small and build your cushion - even $20 at a time. America Saves reminds us every step counts toward financial confidence. 💡 Tips here: . #AmericaSaves #EmergencySavings #UIMoney
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Heading to college this fall? Attend Cash at College - Spending, Saving, & Student Loans, a free virtual webinar designed to cover financial know-how as you transition to life on campus. Join us on on Aug 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm CT! Register here:
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Join us for a tax planning webinar today, August 20 at 12:00 PM CT!. Perfect for students earning income or receiving scholarships, fellowships, or grants. Don't wait until tax season to realize you owe money — start planning now. Register at
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You might already have access to emergency savings tools through your job. ✅ Save $2,500 in a linked account.✅ Withdraw $1,000 penalty-free. Learn more: #AmericaSaves #EmergencySavings #SaveWithConfidence
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Start planning now for tax season! Join us virtually on Aug 20, 2025, at 12 PM CT to learn how pre-paying taxes or adjusting withholdings as a student can save you from unexpected bills and stress. Register at #UImoney #IllinoisWelcome #TaxPlanning
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Don't forget! We have e-newsletters that go out every 2 weeks on different financial topics. The next enewsletter goes out this Wednesday!. Subscribe at the link in our bio: #Enewsletters #Subscribe #UImoney #UISedu #UIC #IllinoisWelcome
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Cash at College: Spending, Saving and Student Loans is for all students headed to college this fall. This free webinar will cover the basics of budgeting, banking, credit and more. Register at for:. 7/28 @ 3 PM CT.8/26 @ 12 PM CT
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📚🎓 Heading back to college? Explore credit cards and financing options for students in episode 90 of Making Cents of Money. 🎧 Listen now:
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Going to college this fall? Unlock affordable education! 🎓 Check out episode 52, 'Paying for College with Scholarships' for funding insights: #Scholarships #UIMONEY #MakingCentsPodcast
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🍦✨ Happy National Ice Cream Day, everyone! 🎉 . What's your favorite sweet treat spot near your campus?🍨❤️ . #NationalIceCreamDay #ScoopOfJoy
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Stress is part of life, but it doesn't control you! . 🌟 Watch our 'Money, Stress, & Bad Habits' webinar to conquer financial stress and transform habits. Let's master money together! 💪💰😊 . Check it out:
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⚖️ Financial crimes are crimes — and justice includes fighting scams, fraud, and identity theft worldwide. On World Day for International Justice, learn how financial regulation protects you:.🔗 #WorldDayForInternationalJustice #FinancialJustice.
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Learn about the many government entities in the United States and in the state of Illinois that regulate financial industries and support consumers. #UImoney
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Find Your Expense Tracking Style:. 📱 Apps - Automated categorization & alerts.💻 Online Banking - Built-in tracking tools.📅 Calendar Method - Color-code expenses by date.📦 Shoebox Method - Collect & tally receipts.📓 Notebooks - Good old pen and paper.
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🎯 Use the SMART framework for goal-setting success:. *Specific* - Be clear about what you want.*Measurable* - Track your progress with numbers.*Agreed Upon* - Get buy-in from those who'll help.*Realistic* - Match your current resources and time.*Timely* - Set a target date
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🤔 The Tricky Balance: Needs and wants differ from person to person and can change over time!. A need is something that could jeopardize your health, safety, or livelihood if you went without it. A "need" today might be a want later as your situation changes. That's normal!
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📊 Know Your Expenses. 🔒 Fixed Expenses: Set amounts (rent, insurance, loan payments).📈 Flexible Expenses: Variable amounts (utilities, groceries).📅 Occasional Expenses: Irregular timing (car maintenance, textbooks). Pro tip: Budget for surprise expenses before they happen!
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💰 Your Income is More Than Your Paycheck. - Federal, state, & local aid programs.- Public transportation options.- Library services.- Community resources.- Financial aid and family support. Take inventory of ALL your resources to create a comprehensive financial plan! #UImoney
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🎯Budgeting isn't about restriction – it's about empowering yourself to reach your goals!. Key steps:.✅ Collect financial info.✅ Prioritize: needs > wants.✅ Set SMART goals.✅ Track progress.✅ Re-evaluate regularly. Budgeting requires practice, not perfection! #UImoney
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