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Here at MMI, we are always looking for new ways to approach the complex topic of debt. So in an effort to make the subject more relatable, we recently launched the “Break up with Debt. For good.” awareness campaign.
The “Break up with Debt” campaign takes a light-hearted look at this very serious subject — with the hope that we can help more people realize that there is always a way out of a toxic relationship. And much like a bad romantic relationship, your relationship with debt can negatively affect every aspect of your life, from health problems like depression and insomnia to lost productivity at work.
And while factors like tax increases, student loans and the ever-changing economic landscape have left many feeling trapped in their relationships with debt, it’s important to remember that these are beyond your control. While your credit card debt, on the other hand, is something that can be controlled.
And we want to empower you to take that control back through our Debt Breakup blog series, right here on Blogging for Change. This series will guide you through the breakup process, and offer valuable tools and resources to help you break free from Debt once and for all.
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And if you’re ready to break it off, once and for all?
MMI differs from other debt repayment services by teaching consumers to trim expenses, develop a spending plan, repay debts, and develop the financial know-how to effectively manage their finances for life.
The process starts with a free, no-obligation counseling session. Give us a call at 866.412.2227 to learn more about how MMI can help you break free from Debt, and begin to build a healthy relationship with your finances.
There are many different financial factors to consider before you head off to college. The amount of details that can go into budgeting can be overwhelming, but it is important to remember that planning and research beforehand can really help you make the most of your finances and budget.
When it comes to the ability to influence your children’s future financial behavior, there is good news and bad news, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC).
The good news is the majority of Americans say they learned the most about personal finance from their parents. But, the bad news is, unfortunately, that the majority of Americans say they learned the most about personal finance from their parents.
So how exacty is the fact that 44 percent of Americans learned the most about personal finance from their parents?
While it’s certainly encouraging to see that parents still play such a key role in the behavior development of children, it can be a bit worrisome when taking into account the admitted poor financial skills of the majority of Americans.
Because parents often find it difficult to adequately teach kids about money, children ultimately learn by example. To make it just a tad more complicated, according to a study by Ameriprise Financial, the way a parent approaches financial matters differs dramatically according to the gender of the parent.
The report found that, while women are more likely to talk about financial matters with their children, fathers are more prone to simply provide financial support. In fact, more fathers than mothers say they would help their child buy a car or pay off credit card debt than say they’d continue contributing to their own retirement savings.
While you may or may not fall into one of these categories, it is still important to be aware of the example you are setting for your children. So in honor of Father’s Day, make a pledge to address this important life skill. After all, raising a financially independent child could be the best gift you ever gave yourself!
The following are a few tips to help your children start off on the right financial foot:
Ultimately, the wisdom you impart upon your kids now – while you still have influence over them – will help them grow into successful, responsible adults.