Office of the Vermont State Treasurer - Financial Literacy: Manage Your Money

MAKE A GAME PLAN TO MANAGE YOUR MONEY

Budget

Establish goals. Where do you want to be?

Create a budget.

Save your way to a more secure future.

Conserve-spend sensibly;
pay wisely.

Put your financial plan into action.

Select a financial institution.

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Manage Your Money

Make your money work for you. By setting goals, following a budget, and regularly saving, you can have more control over where your money goes and grows. Below are links to resources that will help you get the information needed to begin directing your financial future. There are many great Vermont organizations who offer free classes and resources statewide. Be sure and check out our Vermont Financial Education Resource Clearinghouse to see what is available in your local area.

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