Credit is a necessary finance tool, but how much do you know about credit damage? In this episode of College Money Bites, we sit down with Scott Filter from The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to give you tips and tricks to avoid ha

Building Credit Safely - Part 2

Mar 14th, 2022 19m 8s

Building up credit can lead to big payoffs over time, but it’s not easy to start from scratch. In this episode of College Money Bites, Scott Filter returns to help you learn how to build and strengthen your credit.

Saving for a Rainy Day

Mar 9th, 2022 13m 1s

Emergencies, hidden costs, car repairs—sometimes you get hit with unforeseen expenses. One way to protect yourself is with an Emergency Fund. In this episode of College Money Bites, Linda Eguiluz, Student Money Management Coordinator of Austin

Budgeting 101: All About Credit (Part 2)

Nov 4th, 2021 15m 39s

Credit cards, mortgages, car loans, and student loans—they’re all types of credit. If used wisely, credit can be a valuable part of your financial journey. In this episode of College Money Bites, financial coach Melanie Odums returns to the pod

Budgeting 101: Where’s My Money Going? (Part 1)

Oct 26th, 2021 12m 46s

To grow your money, you need to know your money. In this episode of College Money Bites, financial coach Beth Landrum to explains how to set up a spending plan that tracks and categorizes your expenses. Find out ways to save money—even on a tig

Summer Tips for Staying on Track in College

Jul 14th, 2021 15m 51s

For new or returning college students, it's important to stay on track during summer months. This podcast provides students with simple, and easy to follow advice for preparing for the next semester, staying on track to complete your education,

Tips for Completing the FAFSA

Jul 14th, 2021 11m 59s

No one wants to overpay for their college education. Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)is an important step when going to college as it helps determine how much federal financial aid you are eligible for (grants, sc

Campus Resources for College Students

May 26th, 2021 16m 15s

In our inaugural episode of College Money Bites, we are joined by one of Trellis Company's Student Financial Coaches, Melanie Odums. We chatted with Melanie about the various types of on-campus (and off-campus) resources available to college st

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