Personal Finance Resources
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Weiss Financial Ratings
Independent and unbiased financial strength ratings for banks and credit unions, stocks and mutual funds, and all types of insurance companies including HMOs; customized Medicare Supplemental Insurance (MediGap) buyer's guide that includes plan features, pricing, and regional availability. Financial planning tips are also available. *
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360 Degrees of Financial Literacy
Find information and tools to help understand personal finances through every stage of life.
America Saves
Encourages Americans to save money and build personal wealth.
Answers About Bank Accounts
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency answers questions about checking, savings and other bank account questions.
Building Wealth
Learn how to develop a personal plan for building wealth, from setting financial goals and budgeting to managing debt and understanding credit.
FDIC Consumer Protection
Financial literacy resources to educate and protect consumers.
Financial Calculators
Financial calculators for mortgages, car loans, student loans and more.
FINRA Foundation
FINRA Investor Education provides underserved Americans with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary for financial success throughout life.
HUD.Gov Avoiding Foreclosure
Information on government programs to assist homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure and otherwise struggling with their monthly mortgage payments.
MyMoney.gov
MyMoney.gov is the U.S. government's website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics about financial education.
Smart About Money
National Endowment for Financial Education, a non-profit organization offers resources on improving financial well-being.
Texas Department of Safety Identity Theft Information Guide
Tips and information to prevent identity theft and steps to take if you have been a victim.
Texas Tuition Promise Fund
Prepay for college tuition at today\'s prices.
Women's Resource of Houston
The Women's Resource of Greater Houston builds financial literacy by teaching free personal finance classes. Their goal is to expand opportunities for women, girls, and families to become independent, productive, and financially stable.