Wiessmann Announces State Government Financial Information Exchange During HU Ceremony
While speaking at Harrisburg University’s “What Does Financial Literacy Mean to Me?” awards ceremony last night, Secretary of Banking and Securities Robin L. Wiessmann announced the formation of a state government financial information exchange. The exchange is part of Governor Wolf’s Consumer Financial Protection Initiative. Twenty state government agencies that offer some form of financial […]
Workshop Aims to Help High School & College Students Make Better Financial Choices
Most high school students are making financial choices now. Many shop, have jobs, pay bills, are eligible for tax refunds if they file, have accounts at financial institutions, make car payments, pay car insurance — and most importantly, college-bound students are preparing to make a student debt choice. Financial literacy lessons help these kids grapple […]
Free Lecture: Building Your Financial Nest Egg!
We often hear why it is important to build a personal nest egg. But, regardless of age, it is very important to know how to start building your financial nest egg. That’s the topic of a lecture and workshop, Money Marathon, scheduled for 5:30 pm to 7 pm, April 18th at Harrisburg University of Science and […]
Community Invited to Lecture on Financial Capability, Financial Education & Federal Policy
The community is invited to a free event on what the federal government should be doing to build financial capability of young people. The discussion, Financial Capability, Financial Education & Federal Policy, will cover the Treasury’s new savings program – myRA, financial education and higher education, and the recommendations of the President’s Advisory Council on […]