Ithaca College

Now that the holidays are over, your wallet may be feeling a little lighter than usual. While managing your money can seem like a daunting task, it doesn’t have to be! January is a great time to make changes and create new habits, so follow these guidelines to stay smart about your finances:

• Don’t be afraid to use some tricks to make yourself save money – do whatever works for you.
• ALWAYS pay bills on time to keep a good credit score – and check your report for errors!
• Don’t invest in something that sounds too good to be true with high returns and little risk. 
• Insure against major financial disasters with homeowner’s, car, and health insurance – don’t worry about smartphone, travel, or extended warranty insurance.

For more information about making smart money decisions, check out these links:

http://www.mint.com/blog/planning/money-101-27-financial-tips-to-live-by-1013/

http://financialplan.about.com/cs/personalfinance/a/TopTenMoneyTips.htm

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING WORKSHOP FOR MORE MONEY SAVING TIPS:

January 30th – Smart Money: Personal Finance for Your Everyday Life presented by Professor Joseph Cheng starting at 11:15am in the Human Resources Conference Room (GL52), Peggy Ryan Williams Center. RSVPs are appreciated to benefits@ithaca.edu or 274-8000

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Human Resources at benefits@ithaca.edu or 274-8000. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.