Personal / Household Finances
It is important to be literate – to understand – your own personal finances. Otherwise you rely on others who may not be looking out for your best interests.
Does your money control you, or do you control your money?
Most people feel uncomfortable talking about money.
Many people are not confident in their knowledge of financial matters. Money can be intimidating. But money influences almost everything you do.
Treating money management as taboo makes it difficult to become skilled at handling it. The more you learn, the more you empower yourself to make good decisions.
Developing financial skills and practices can help you control your money and help meet your life’s financial goals:
Plan for retirement.
Provide you a comfortable life for yourself and your family.
Manage to get through tough financial times.