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By:
Chris McCarthy, SVP and Area Manager, Univest Bank and Trust Co. August 24, 2016
As fall approaches, the days begin to get shorter, the nights get cooler and parental priorities shift towards the upcoming school year. Whether you have a child heading off to college or just starting elementary school, financial literacy is a very important part of the education process. Below are some financial tips for students of all ages.
Tips for the college student
Effective Budgeting – Sit down and plan out what weekly/monthly bills your student will have. This will ensure that they know how much disposable income they have for “fun” purchases each week.
By:
Greg Taber, Senior Vice President and Area Manager, Consumer Banking, Univest Bank and Trust Co. August 10, 2016
As summer quickly passes by, former high school seniors will soon walk through a door to a new beginning – college. Along with the college experience comes increased responsibilities including living miles from home, new expenses and temptations. Here are a few tips to prepare for managing your bank account at college:
Find an account that fits your needs by asking yourself these questions:
How do you plan on using your account?
ATM withdrawals
PIN based purchases
How do you plan on accessing and managing your account?
Online banking
Mobile app
What additional benefits and features does your account offer?
