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The top 10 reasons you'll be forced to move back home ...By Liz WestonYou believe advertising claims. You impulse buy. You're still not saving money. These and 7 other reasons are signs you're about to join the boomerang ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not: You're Moving Back Home! ...Finance.Yahoo.comSACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The young consumer advocates who founded the FoolProof Initiative released a video of the second annual ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not ...CNBC.comYou're Moving Back Home! Top 10 Reasons You'll Have to Move Back in with Your Parents Before You Are 30. FoolProof Consumer Group Releases ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not: You're Moving Back Home ...Morningstar.comThe young consumer advocates who founded the FoolProof Initiative released a video of the second annual FoolProof "Top 10" list today to kick off ... |
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Money matters at college conference ...Mydailybiz.comIf you're planning to earn, spend or save money, then Cecil College is the place you want to be on Saturday ... |
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3 Great Sites for Money Lessons on Video ...CBS MoneyWatchBurningmoney. This is another newish site, run by the young entrepreneurs at FoolProof Financial Education Systems, which creates content to help ... |
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3 ways to be smarter about money ...By Liz Weston, MSN MoneyFinancial education that works is all too rare, so don't feel bad if you're still learning. Meanwhile, these basic tips will help even if you know almost nothing ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not: You're Moving Back Home ...Canada.comThe young consumer advocates who founded the FoolProof Initiative released a video of the second annual FoolProof "Top 10" list today to kick off ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not: You're Moving Back Home ...Bolsamania.comThe young consumer advocates who founded the FoolProof Initiative released a video of the second annual FoolProof "Top 10" list today to kick off ... |
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April Fool's Day! It's Not: You're Moving Back Home ...Alaska BusinessThe young consumer advocates who founded the FoolProof Initiative released a video of the second annual FoolProof "Top 10" list today to kick off ... |
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FoolProof Teacher ...The Family Center on Technology and DisabilityFoolProof was designed by consumer advocates and funded by credit unions to teach students about financial literacy, credit cards and other financial issues ... |
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California DFI Partners with FoolProof ...Credit Union TimesThe California Department of Financial Institutions said Tuesday it had reached an agreement with FoolProof, the Florida consumer advocacy ... |
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Foolproof Adds 3 CUs to High-End Fin Lit Package ...Credit Union TimesFoolproof, the Florida-based consumer advocacy initiative adopted by state leagues, said Thursday it has signed three more large credit unions ... |
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The Foolproof Initiative ...jumpstart.orgFoolProof is made up of consumer advocates who offer free, tough, online training to help young people "Safely Navigate the Free Enterprise System™." ... |
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Teaching Teens How to Avoid "Burning Money" ...MyBankTracker.comWithout parental guidance or classroom instruction, teenagers can sometimes lack the basic financial skills that lead to spending less then they earn. FoolProof, a consumer education ... |
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FoolProof's "Burning Money" Aids Teens ...Credit Union TimesThe Education Credit Union Council is now offering the "Burning Money" financial literacy curriculum to all U.S. high schools for free ... |
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Money Lessons for Students ...Get Schooled After SchoolFoolProof Teacher is a website with tools for educators and students that teaches students about money and personal finances. The founder of the website, Will deHoo ... |
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FoolProof teaches money lessons at Stuart Hall ...San Fransisco Chronicle - PrintThe question posed to the San Francisco eighth-graders was: "Have you ever been ripped off?" Hands shot up. Cedrick Mitchell said, "I gave my friend $20 for four new ... |
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Money | FoolProof Teaches Money Lessons At Stuart Hall ...MoneyDeHoo is the founder and CEO of FoolProof, a free interactive online financial literacy program geared to teenagers and young adults and their teachers, but with appeal to ... " |
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Online Financial Program Teaches Kids To Be Smart With Money ...The Huffington PostWill deHoo, standing before the whiteboard in a classroom at Stuart Hall for Boys, nodded excitedly. "That's right. You can get ripped off for $20 or $100 or $1,000. Whatever it is, it doesn't feel good. We are here to help you not get ripped off, and to make smart money decisions ... " |
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Foolproof Teaches Money Lessons At Stuart Hall ...WopularThe question posed to the San Francisco eighth-graders was: "Have you ever been ripped off?" Hands shot up ... " |
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Students learn financial literacy through FoolProof program ...ASCD SmartBriefA free Web-based financial-literacy program is aimed at helping teens and young adults make smart decisions about money. The FoolProof program features segments on money ... " |
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FoolProof teaches money lessons at Stuart Hall ...CFEDWill deHoo, standing before the whiteboard in a classroom at Stuart Hall for Boys, nodded excitedly. "That's right. You can get ripped off for $20 or $100 or $1,000. Whatever it is, it doesn't feel good. We are here to help you not get ripped off, and to make smart money decisions ... " |
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FoolProof teaches money lessons at Stuart Hall ...AllVoicesThe question posed to the San Francisco eighth-graders was: "Have you ever been ripped off?" Hands shot up. Cedrick Mitchell said, "I gave my friend $20 for four new ... |
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In The Credit Union vs. Bank Battle, Straight Talk Can Help You Win ...Credit Union Times - PrintOnly two financial institutions are left on the planet: one bank and your credit union. You are surrounded by nothing but Gen Yers, aged 14-34. The law requires ... |
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Teaching students financial literacy ...Bangor Daily NewsIt is illegal to duel with water pistols in Massachusetts. As far as we know, this is not a huge problem in the Bay State. It is one of the tidbits found on a website on consumer education for young people. |
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Anti-'Bailout' Campaign Expands to Another ShowCredit Union TimesThe industry's campaign to keep a lid on "bailout" headlines relating to the corporates expanded to new ground this week ... |
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Free Online Financial Literacy Module Targets High School Students ...The Opening Bell - NEAThe San Francisco Chronicle (10/12) on "a new interactive online module" aimed at teaching high school students financial literacy skills. "Burning Money" the free module "created by ... |
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FoolProof aims to teach kids money management ...San Fransisco ChronicleWhat good does it do to teach budgeting and saving skills when young adults generally don't know how to spend money wisely? That's the issue that "Burning Money," a new ... |
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"Burning Money" video series helps you understand how not to do that ...The Boston GlobeIn promoting the online educational game Financial Football from VISA and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has told of money ... |
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Burning Money teaches teens to spend smarter, save better ...AOL WalletPop.comIt's almost impossible to have good saving habits without first having good spending habits. That's the problem that Burning Money, a new program from FoolProof aimed at teens, hopes ... |
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The Savings Game: "Burning Money" videos can ignite anyone to budget ...The Arizona Daily StarIn promoting the online educational game "Financial Football" from Visa and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has told of money lessons ... |
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Personal Finance Budgets ...Media ChannelAs students work through Burning Money they'll be introduced to potential ways that they will "burn money" while making bad decisions that can come back to hurt them later in life ... |
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Learn how to win at money game ...Readingeagle.comIn promoting the online educational game Financial Football from VISA and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees tells of money lessons learned ... |
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Humberto Cruz: Learn how to win at money game ...USA TodayIn promoting the online educational game Financial Football from VISA and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees tells of money lessons learned ... |
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Students learn lessons on finances in game ...Ohio.comInteractive "Burning Money" teaches young people about effects of careless spending, impulse buying ... |
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Burning Money teaches teens to spend smarter, save better ...World News ManiaIt's almost impossible to have good saving habits without first having good spending habits. That's the problem that Burning Money, a new program from FoolProof aimed at teens, hopes ... |
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'Burning Money' game teaches financial success skills ...Poughkeepsie JournalAvailable free to all high schools in the country from the financial literacy group FoolProof, the "Burning Money" series "shows young people why budgeting and saving ... |
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'Reality game' videos make saving entertaining ...Heraldtribune.comToo bad Brees went to school before "Burning Money" existed. The series of 20 videos and interactive lessons was put together by young people for young people. I found them far more instructive ... |
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Reality game videos put entertaining spin on money management ...The Kansas City StarIn promoting the online educational game "Financial Football" from VISA and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has told of money lessons learned the ... |
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'Burning Money' gets young people fired up about finances ...Chicago TribuneIn promoting the online educational game "Financial Football" from Visa and the National Football League, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has told of money lessons ... |
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Financial Matters: FoolProof program ...FOX43TVPortsmouth, Va - Will deHoo, President and CEO of FoolProof with BayPort Credit Union explains why you don't have to get overwhelmed with bills and your finances ... |
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FoolProof Distributes Free Video on Corp. Takeovers ...CU TimesMoving quickly over the weekend, FoolProof, the Florida-based consumer advocacy initiative, partnered with 15 state leagues and took a leadership role on the corporate takeover crisis by producing and distributing a free 90-second video for CUs .... |
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Expert makes finance "foolproof" for Heritage students ...Daily PressProving once again that the messenger can be just as important as the message, Heritage High School students listened to a decidedly un-teacher like visitor Monday ... |
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WesCorp., More Leagues Welcome Foolproof Program ...CU TimesFoolproof, the financial literacy program which last month started giving its online services to 3,000 small CUs, is picking up new endorsements this month ... |
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FoolProof: Tough Consumer Messages for Young People and Adults ...WesCorp.orgWhat do the 28 news outlets listed below have in common? All of these organizations, and more, have recognized the need for more education and consumer advocacy in the area of financial literacy ... |
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Foolproof Offering Package Free to 3,000 CUs Under $10 Million ...CU TimesFoolproof, the financial literacy initiative championed by the Credit Union Association of Colorado/Wyoming, disclosed Monday it is offering its online and in-house education package free to all 3,000 ... |
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Foolproof Cites Big AOL Plug in CU Advocacy Debate ...CU TimesFoolproof, the financial literacy package of the Credit Union Associations of Colorado/Wyoming, jumped into the “national branding” debate Thursday about how to promote CU awareness ... |
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Information Edge provides no bull finance advice ...AOL WalletPop.comIf you're tired of reading about the right way to go through the home buying process and being bombarded with flashing "click here for the best rates" ads then you should check out Information Edge ... |
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Corning FCU shares financial lessons with more than 400 local students ...Credit Union Association NYDuring Financial Literacy Month in April, Corning FCU staff shared valuable financial lessons with more than 400 local students. During their semi-annual "FoolProof® for High Schools" visits, ... |
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How to Speak Money Fluently ...FOX BusinessThere is an illiteracy crisis among worldwide youth. Financial illiteracy. We use money for everything, from shopping to travel to saving for college, but, for many people, it’s like a foreign language ... |
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Credit card tricks to avoid ...AOL WalletPop.comWhile the recently enacted credit card rules provided some positive changes to the credit card landscape, there are still plenty of ways credit card companies can make a fool out of you ... |
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Credit Union-Based FoolProof Now Boasts 10,000 Users ...CU TimesAfter its first credit union pilot two years ago, FoolProof, the financial literacy package of the Credit Union Associations of Colorado/Wyoming, is on a roll this spring ... |
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What Do Young Credit Union Members Really Want? Asking Them Is a Start ...CU TimesWant to connect and reach out to young members? Then it is time to do research, observe and discover what young members in your area actually want and need ... |
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Maryland Teacher Wins Trip ...CU TimesKen Hutchinson, a teacher at Havre de Grace High School in Maryland has been randomly selected as the lucky 2009 FoolProof for High Schools program contest winner ... |
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Top 10 money myths held by teens and how to change them ...AOL WalletPop.comWhat do teens know about money? It's green, they never have enough of it and for some it seems to magically appear from the bank of Mom and Dad. Perhaps a better question is ... |
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Consumer Federation Backs "Foolproof" Package of Colorado LeagueCU TimesThe Consumer Federation of America formally joined consumer groups Tuesday in giving its blessing to the "Foolproof" financial literacy package of the Colorado/Wyoming Credit Union League ... |
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Half of parents confident about youth's financial skills ...CUNAWASHINGTON (9/9/09) – About half of parents say their children will leave home knowing how to manage money, according to the results of a Consumer Federation of America (CFA) survey ... |
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Privacy Groups Take Facebook Quarrel to the Feds ...Technewsworld.comAmong the groups supporting the complaint, according to EPIC, are the American Library Association, the Center for Digital Democracy, the Consumer Federation of America, FoolProof Financial ... |
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Financial-education rule sends banks, credit unions back to school ...Business First of ColumbusA state mandate requiring financial education for Ohio high school students is drawing interest from banks and credit unions looking to fortify and expand their community ties ... |
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FoolProof CU Literacy Hits Road in Wisconsin Tour ...CU TimesThe campaign by the Credit Union Association of Colorado/Wyoming promoting financial literacy in U.S. high schools through the FoolProof video/classroom venture moved to Wisconsin this ... |
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Education CU Council new tradition: Fin lit awards ...CUNA News NowSPANISH FORT, Ala. (11/10/09)--The Education Credit Union Council (ECUC) will announce two awards at its 37th annual conference in February that will highlight credit unions' dedication to ... |
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College Students are Prime Credit Targets ...Allbusiness.comThe seductive message from marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom ... |
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Website helps young people learn pluses, minuses of credit ...St. Louis TodayAd-free FoolProofMe.com dispenses what it calls 'tough consumer messages' for high schools and community groups ... |
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Programs bolster schools' efforts in financial literacy ...NewsOK.comSep. 9 — The next time your kids ask for some money, have a better answer than simply "yes" or "no." Be ready to teach a little financial literacy ... |
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Going to your parents for a loan? Hit up Dad first, poll says ...CreditCards.com"When we look at credit cards and young people, we see particular problems," said Will deHoo, president of FoolProofMe.com, which provides financial ... |
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THE SAVINGS GAME: Web videos warn young people about credit cards ...Long Beach, CA - Presstelegram.comThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom ... |
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To Credit or Not to Credit? That is the Question ...Chapter7.comSaving money and staying out of debt is more en vogue than ever. But as to how one stays out of debt, well, there's still room for debate, particularly when it comes to handling those prickly credit cards ... |
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Education CU Council new tradition: Fin lit awards ...CUNA News NowSPANISH FORT, Ala. (11/10/09)--The Education Credit Union Council (ECUC) will announce two awards at its 37th annual conference in February that will highlight ... |
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Bailing Out Your Kids? You're Not Alone ...Kerry HannonTap into educational websites such as www.foolproofme.com. Finally, keep your own finances in good shape. "Our kids are often a product of what we do as ... |
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Parents, kids can avoid next recession ...Examiner.com - NationalNearly half of parents lack confidence about their kids' financial acumen and that's not surprising given the myths kids hold about personal finances ... |
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Hey you, ages 14 to 21: Money tips ...Newsday.comBounce a check? No problem! Pay your credit card bill late? No problem! Skip over that small print? No problem! ... |
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Top 10 teen myths about money ...The Kansas City StarCheck out these top myths your teenagers may harbor about money. They're from www.foolproofme.com, a video-oriented site focused on financial literacy ... |
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Survey says many young people don't know how to handle money or debt ...WSAV.comParents are supposed to teach their children a lot of skills to enable them to lead their lives. The Consumer Federation of America (CFA) in this day and age, one of those things is how to ... |
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WHAT: Top Ten Teen Myths on money, the distressing story of young ...KXNet.comWHAT: Top Ten Teen Myths on money, the distressing story of young woman who believed them, and the financial nightmare she now lives. Plus, a Consumer Federation of America survey ... |
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FoolProof Makes It Easy To Teach Kids About Money ...AOL WalletPop.comFor many people, financial education is something that isn't sought until after they have learned some lessons the hard way. With the increased importance of credit and the length bad credit ... |
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Head of National Program Singles out "FoolProof"...CU TimesA federal bankruptcy judge from Rochester, NY, who for years has spearheaded a consumer education program on financial literacy, lauded credit unions for taking a lead role in the literacy ... |
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Web site FoolProof features videos telling of the dangers of using ...Baltimore Sun - Baltimore, MD, USABut to the people at FoolProof (foolproofme.com), credit cards are a way to destruction if you're not careful. "We advise young people to tear up credit ... |
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Website helps young people learn pluses, minuses of credit...Fundavalanche.comThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards are ... |
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Survey reveals extent of teen money myths...News-journalonline.comWhile many parents might think their children believe money grows on trees, a recent survey by the Consumer Federation of America found that more than half of parents questioned said they ... |
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The Savings Game: Web site gives 'tough' advice on credit cards ...The Arizona Daily Star - Tucson, Arizona, USAThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards ... |
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Savings Game: Consumer videos send tough messages ...The Salt Lake Tribune - Salt Lake City, UT, USAThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards are ... |
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Site offers help for teens, young adults ...CarreonandAssociates BlogThere's a site aimed at helping educate and guide young adults through the financial dangers. http://foolproofme.com/ has educational videos that young adults can relate to ... |
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Foolproof Literacy Plan Adds Illinois League ...CU TimesThe Credit Union Association of Colorado/Wyoming said Monday it has expanded its web-based "Foolproof" financial literacy package, now being used by U.S. school teachers ... |
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Website's mission: Prevent young people from being seduced by credit cards ...The Boston Globe - Boston, MA, USAThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards are ... |
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New Video-Based Website Offers Parents and Unique Assistance in Overcoming the Top Ten Teen Money Myths ...Pendleton-Gazette.comWashington, DC – Today, the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) released a new survey revealing how parents view their responsibility, competence, and chances for success of financially ... |
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Consumer Videos Send 'Tough Consumer Messages' to Youth ...Fox4kc.comThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit ... |
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Site addresses pitfalls of credit for young consumers ...Orange County's News SourceThe seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards are ... |
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Net videos give advice to youths on credit ...Ohio.comFoolProofMe.com talks about risk of using cards. The seductive message from the marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young ... |
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Humberto Cruz: Site provides credit advice for students ...Readingeagle.comThe seductive message from the campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom. But to the people at FoolProofMe.com, credit cards are a way to ... |
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Parents, Kids Can Avoid Next Recession ...Complaintsboard.comNearly half of parents lack confidence about their kids' financial acumen and that's not surprising given the myths kids hold about personal finances ... |
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The Savings Game : FoolProofMe.com gives 'tough' advice on credit card traps ...Treehugger.comFoolProofMe.com represents an important new financial tool to help parents educate their children ... |
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Big Car Bargains: Deal or No Deal ...Provided by Bankrate.comIt's a buyer's market on car lots these days. As with almost everything, if you have the money, it's a great time to shop. "There's never been a better time to get a car ... |
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Throwing Credit Cards ...Credit Repair ScoresRotten credit card companies do this. Really. Learn more at www.foolproofme.com ... Duration: 0:0:32 |
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Web site warns young consumers of credit card dangers ...The Morning CallThe seductive message from marketing campaigns, particularly those aimed at young people, is that credit cards are a way to freedom ... |
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Top 10 money myths held by teens and how to change them ...Thirteen.orgDaily Media Briefing - |
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Foolproof Adds Maine League, WISE ...CU TimesFoolproof, the financial literacy package being promoted nationally by the Credit Union Association of Colorado/Wyoming, picked up a new education backer and another state league Wednesday ... |
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New credit card laws more stringent for those under 21 ...ColoradoDaily.comIf you're under the age of 21, you have a few weeks before new federal laws make it more difficult to obtain a credit card ... |
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Need a big loan? Ask Dad, not Mom ...By CreditCards.comMen are likelier to open their wallets to help their children in deep debt (as long as they don't mention it's for gambling), a survey finds ... |
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Bailing Out Your Kids? You're Not Alone ...USAA.comIt's normal for kids to borrow money from Mom and Dad when they're in a pinch. And for most parents, it's hard to just say no... |