Happy World Statistics Day! Based on the Federal Reserve’s 2025 survey, 59% of U.S. adults faced a major unexpected expense in the past year. Stats like this help us see the bigger picture and plan ahead. A little research goes a long way!! #FinancialWellness #UISedu #UIC #UIUC

Your premium is what you pay to keep your insurance active, usually every month. It varies by insurance type, coverage level, company, deductible, age, and more, so shop around and compare quotes before choosing a plan! #Insurance #SMMC #FinancialWellness #UISedu #UIC #UIUC

Happy Saturday! If you missed the latest episode of our Making Cents of Money Podcast, you can catch up for free! Episode 133: Renting or Buying a Home, Part 1: The Big Picture Subscribe on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify so you don’t miss Part 2: studentmoney.uillinois.edu/p…

Today is World Food Day, raising awareness of hunger and food insecurity worldwide. Explore food resources available to you and ways to save on groceries. Food security resources: studentmoney.uillinois.edu/g… Webinar on saving money on food: youtu.be/mP6GQ2ciEjA?si=W36V… #WorldFoodDay

Tax season will be here before you know it. Learn which common tax beliefs are wrong and how knowing the facts can save you money and stress. On November 18 (12:00 - 1:00 PM CT), our webinar, "10 Myths About Taxes," is available to anyone! Register here: go.uillinois.edu/getsavvyweb…

Don't let budgeting haunt you! 🎃👻 Spending plans can feel scary, but they're actually your secret weapon against financial stress. Watch "Spooked by Spending Plans" on YouTube: youtu.be/Lu91n-ZnpAE?si=J9sX…

Earned income or scholarships this year? Learn how to plan for tax season and avoid penalties. 📺 Watch our webinar recordings about tax filing and planning on YouTube : ow.ly/M0ws50XeKNh #UIC #UISEdu #UIMoney #Illinois #TaxPlanning #Taxes #UIUC

For Indigenous Peoples' Day, we're highlighting financial disparity Native families still face. From 2014-2022, Native households were consistently less able than non-Native households to cover a $400 surprise expense with cash or its equivalent. Source: minneapolisfed.org/article/2…

Subscribe to our free e-newsletter for helpful financial information available for: Students: Build money confidence during college Parents: Stay informed on personal finance topics Employees: Educational resources for you and your students Join here: studentmoney.uillinois.edu/c…

🌍💚 Financial stress can affect sleep, focus & relationships. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, remember: learning healthy financial habits is part of supporting your well-being. Find resources for your mental health & well-being at studentmoney.uillinois.edu/g…. #MentalHealthMatters

Did you know? Graduate level tuition and service fee waivers that are a benefit of employment are considered taxable income by the IRS (I.R.C. § 127). Learn more here: go.uillinois.edu/SMMC-Link-i… #Taxability #PersonalFinance #SMMC

🏦 Credit = borrowed money you agree to pay back with interest. Paying on time and in full builds your creditworthiness and saves you money. Small choices now make a big impact later. What tips have you heard for establishing healthy credit habits?

Clinging to a bad investment just because you’ve already put in effort or money? That’s the sunk cost fallacy. Read our blog post from last fall to learn how to let go and spend smarter 👉 blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/vie… #UIMoney #UISedu #UIC

Why consider renter's insurance? Renters insurance is an affordable way to protect your personal belongings from damage or theft as a renter. According to Forbes, renters insurance averages $13–$22/month in 2026, depending on how much coverage you choose. #UISedu #UIC #UIUC

✨ Stay in the know! ✨ Subscribe to our bi-weekly e-newsletters for tips on budgeting, credit, financial aid, & more. 🧾💡 Next edition out this Wednesday, 10/7 Your future self (and wallet) will thank you. 👉 studentmoney.uillinois.edu/c… #FinancialWellness #UImoney

🐜 #WorldAnimalDay reminder: The ants planned ahead. The grasshopper didn't. Your future self will thank you for saving a little today. #UImoney #EmergencyFund #FinancialWellness Inspired by "Emergency Mode: Why You Need a Rainy Day Fund" (blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/vie…)

On October 3, 2008, Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) which regulates the collection and use of biometric data was signed into law. #OnThisDay ilga.gov/Legislation/ILCS/Ar… #Illinois #ConsumerProtection #IllinoisLaw #BIPA

Smiles are free, dental care isn’t. 🦷 On #WorldSmileDay remember: U of I universities often offer dental insurance coverage options. However, these are not part of mandatory student insurance or health service fees—know your coverage & keep smiling! 😁 #DentalInsurance

Learn more about how regulation helps protect student loan borrowers from scams and bad actors on Episode 132 of Making Cents of Money. On Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, and the SMMC blog: blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/vie….

Psst... International Podcast Day is today, September 30th. Have you listened to our podcast, Making Cents of Money, yet? We've covered lots of topics so far: crypto, tariffs, password managers, and so much more. Want to listen? Check it out at: go.uillinois.edu/SMMC-Link-i…