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Tips for Saving on Summer Travel
If you're heading out of town this summer, plan your trip wisely. Where can you afford to go? How can you compare fares? Whatever type of travel you're considering, here are some ideas for getting the most out of your trip without breaking the bank. Read more
Florida Congressman Ross, Retired Buccaneer Brooks, and Visa Inc. Showcase Financial Football
Retired Tampa Bay Buccaneer's Linebacker and future Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks was joined by Congressman Dennis Ross and Visa Inc. to tackle financial literacy among teens in Tampa, FL. They showcased the effort to improve money management skills of high school and middle school students with Financial Football, playing the game with teens from Wharton High School. Read more
Iron Man Marvel Comic Helps Kids Defeat Financial Missteps
Check out the action-packed comic book from Marvel and Practical Money Skills featuring Iron Man and the Avengers. In the comic, the heroes team up to defeat Mole Man and his evil army while learning important budgeting skills. The free book includes a budget blaster worksheet, a finance terms glossary, and an instruction guide for teachers. Read more
Prom Spending Climbs for a Second Straight Year, Nationwide Average $1,139
As Americans continue to find ways to cut personal expenses, one area where they are not willing to cut is prom spending. A new survey released by Visa Inc. shows that consumers will spend an average of $1,139 this year on prom, a 5% increase over last year. Spending is highest in the Northeast with consumers spending $1,528 this year. In the Midwest consumers plan to spend $722. Read more
Visa Launches Plan'it Prom to combat out of control spending
With prom spending at an all time high, Plan'it Prom empowers students and parents to plan, budget and cut costs with a prom countdown, timeline, and budget health meter in a layout that is fun and easy to use. With Plan'it Prom, you can stick to your planned budget and maintain a fantastic prom experience. Looking great and feeling great does not have to hurt your bank account. Download Now for iPhone or Android
