Iowans Working to Be Money Smart
This month, I’ll been traveling across the state for Money Smart Week. We will have some great events going on this year, thanks to enthusiastic organizers.…
Learn to Be a Better Investor
Money Smart Week brings more than 150 events to Iowa, and one is the Money Smart Investor Conference on Saturday April 2. You can heard a…
We Haven’t Stopped Spending
The National Retail Federation released a study this week showing that 13.2% of Americans will spend their tax refund on big ticket items such as televisions…
I’m a Central Iowa Saver. Are you?
February 20-27 is Central Iowa Saves week. It’s all about helping Iowans recognize how important it is to start saving, no matter how small the amount.…
Iowa Launches Financial Education for Schools
Governor Branstad today announced the launch of the Iowa Financial Literacy Program, an online program to teach Iowa students core concepts of personal finance. The program…
Money Smart Week is April 2-9
Money Smart Week Iowa is a great way to learn about managing money. It’s a weeklong celebration April 2-9. Check this website for details: www.moneysmartweek.org/iowa. There…
Hot Dog! Kids Can Be Entrepreneurs Early
I know a young couple who wants to start a sideline food business. Good for them! First, they want to experiment by running a hot dog…
‘Tis the Season
Half of all Americans over 65 feel they have been victims of financial wrongdoing, according to a recent survey by the Investor Protection Trust. Yet, 89%…
Bill Collectors Get Social
Facebook has become a great tool for many, including debt collectors who must track down those who owe money. Monitoring someone’s online presence is a good…
Parents Can Influence Early Math Skills
When parents spend time talking about numbers with their preschoolers, the kids perform much in math class, according to a study by the University of Chicago…
The Money Godmother 