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OppU is approachable, helpful, and entertaining, providing free courses, articles, and resources for addressing everyday financial challenges.

 Chicago, IL
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Joined July 2017
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Thanks for following us here! Going forward, you can find updates from our blog at @OppUniversity. Please follow us there for the latest #FinLit and expert-driven content!
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New to #Savings? Check out this tip from @doubleTPFP's Vickie Hampton: “Setting up an automatic transaction from checking to savings can help build your savings habit.” #Budgeting #FinancialPlanning oppl.co/2KOBaoc
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👋 Hey, high school students. We know college fairs and tours may be out due to the #coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency, but there are still ways to explore your options with these tips 👇
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And the gold medal 🥇 goes to… aid you don’t have to pay back! Remember this order when it’s time to accept your financial aid in the spring. bit.ly/3jkaTuZ
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Find tax forms, use #IRSFreeFile for your taxes, and check the status of your refund all on irs.gov/help
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If you have student loans owned by the U.S. Department of Education, we’re happy to share that #COVID19 emergency relief flexibilities have been extended at least through Sept. 30, 2021. Learn more: StudentAid.gov/coronavirus
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Our Spring 2021 #financialliteracy workshops will be kicking off the week of January 25th. They are 1 hour a week for 7 weeks and focus on the basics of personal finance. Girls will also be introduced to #womeninfinance Register for free at investgirls.org/students.
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Setting S.M.A.R.T goals is a huge first step for accomplishing your new year's resolutions and other goals you may set throughout the year. Check out our article "Setting Goals for Your Well-being at blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/vie… #uimoney #goalsetting
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Wondering what your monthly loan payment will be when payments restart? Your loan servicer can help with that. Find yours below or here at bit.ly/3ap4GLz
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NFEC survey on holiday gifting: About 46% don't want any gifts, 30% want money to cover needs (debt, groceries), 24% want a traditional gift or money for want-based purchase. See full data: financialeducatorscouncil.or… #GiveSavings #RethinkHolidayGifts #FinancialLiteracy #NFEC
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If you have student loans owned by the U.S. Department of Education, we’re happy to share that the administrative forbearance and 0% interest rate have been extended to Jan. 31, 2021, to provide relief during the COVID-19 emergency. Learn more: bit.ly/3lGtocA
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Did you know that states may have a limited amount of financial aid available? Find the exact date for your state and make sure you complete the 2021–22 FAFSA® form before then: fafsa.gov
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Are you a high school senior looking at colleges? Check out the College Scorecard to help make your search so much easier: CollegeScorecard.ed.gov
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Don’t be late for our very important date. ⏰ Here’s when the 2021–22 FAFSA® form will become available 👇 fafsa.gov
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Thur, Oct. 22 - Nov 19, America Saves will host it's ‘#ThinkLikeASaver Town Hall series. During these live events, we’ll share simple strategies to help you save, pay down debt, and prepare for major life milestones. Visit our event page for more info: bit.ly/3jfays5
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Don’t you wish you’d been taught about money in school? Sign this petition to make sure today’s youth don’t miss out on getting financial literacy education. teachfinancialliteracy.org/ #TeachFinancialLiteracyPetition #TeachPersonalFinanceInSchool #NFEC
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How has the financial health of Americans been impacted by COVID-19? What are the trends shaping the financial health landscape? Join us for a 2020 #FinHealthPulse data briefing. Register for free: hubs.ly/H0v0vCM0
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📢 Did you hear?! We've gone virtual. Register today for the 59th Financial Literacy & Economic Education Conference. ➡️ Register by August 31 and save: $79 early bird; $99 thereafter: councilforeconed.pathable.co We hope you will join us.
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If you’ve graduated recently, here’s what you need to know about grace periods 👇 bit.ly/33IZDCi
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Term paper deadline extension=good surprise. 😄 Delayed financial aid because of paperwork=bad surprise. 😦 Remember this tip, and find seven more for a successful start to school in this blog: bit.ly/3i0qTQK
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