Whether you are planning to purchase a home, save for educational expenses, or start a small business — good money management is an important first step. Check out these links for information that will put you on the path to a sustainable financial future:

• Budget and money management tips
  Consejos para la administración del dinero
  
• How to understand and use credit wisely
  Entienda su crédito
• Test your financial fitness
  Pruebe su capacidad financiera
• Getting back to financial basics
  Recordando los fundamentos de las finanzas
• Download a monthly savings plan
  Plan de gastos mensuales
• Locate a local NeighborWorks organization near you that offers financial education for homeowners.

More Resources

FDIC:

• Financial Education and Literacy
• Credit Reports and Scores
• Savings-Related Resources
• Money Smart Financial Education Program

Federal Reserve Board

• Building Wealth: A Beginner's Guide to Securing Your Financial Future
• Credit Cards: Consumer's Guide
• Personal Financial Education
• Privacy Choices for Your Personal Financial Information
• Savings Resources for Consumers

MyMoney.Gov

• How to Save, Invest and Manage Your Money Better
  
  

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

• Home Economics [PDF]

Securities and Exchange Commission

• Road Map to Saving and Investing