Take Control of Your Money

Literacy Volunteers of Washington County has partnered with Washington Trust and Banzai to bring you clear, in-depth lessons that help you dive into the financial topics you care most about.

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Buying a House
The process of buying a house is riddled with specific terminology and important decisions. Set yourself up for success by studying the ins and outs of the process.
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Using Credit Cards
Using credit cards wisely paves the way for big purchases in the future, but be wary of spending more than you can manage.
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Health Insurance
Premiums, deductibles, max out-of-pocket expenses—it may seem like too much to learn, but the right information can get you to a place of understanding fast.
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Borrowing And Credit
5 min activity
Get Out of Debt
Receive guidance for getting out of debt based on your unique situation.
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Saving
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50/30/20 Rule
A simple, practical rule for a budget that's easy to implement.
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Housing
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Buying a Home
All you need to know about purchasing a place to rest your head.
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Saving
1 min activity
Savings Calculator
With this savings calculator, you can see how your money will grow in a savings account and compare how different compound interest rates and saving periods impact your savings.
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Saving
6 min activity
Budget Calculator
Anticipate monthly and yearly expenses and manage your income with this budget calculator.

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