March 2026
Understanding Credit as a Key Financial Skill
March is National Credit Education Month. Understanding credit and credit scores is essential to making informed financial decisions. Credit scores affect a person’s ability to qualify for loans and favorable interest rates on credit cards, auto loans, and mortgages. Helping people learn how to build and manage credit—such as paying bills on time, keeping balances low, and understanding credit reports—helps them avoid common pitfalls, like missing or late payments on bills, and support their long-term financial stability...
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| Newsletter / Success Story | Publication Date Sort ascending |
|---|---|
| Youth Financial Education and Its Impact on Adult Financial Decisions | February 2026 |
| Preparing for Tax Time | January 2026 |
| Identity Theft Prevention During the Holidays | December 2025 |
| University Reaches Nearly 54,000 Students with Money Smart | November 2025 |
| Using Money Smart to Build Cybersecurity Awareness | October 2025 |
| Use FDIC Money Smart to Help Build Financial Resilience and Preparedness | September 2025 |
| Back to School Time | August 2025 |
| Effective Learning, Real Results: Money Smart Evaluation Highlights | July 2025 |
| Homeownership and FDIC Money Smart | June 2025 |
| Financial Education for Every Stage of Life | May 2025 |