Welcome to FinStart, brought to you by Collegiate Credit Union. A FREE resource that provides financial education, resources, and tools to help you achieve your goals. From blogs, podcasts, quizzes, and calculators, all created by certified financial educators, this is your hub for financial learning.
BLOG | BUDGETING
3 min read | July 9, 2026
Social media has created an environment of FOMO that leads to impulsive purchases. Read this article to learn how to prevent FOMO from affecting your financial well-being.
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PODCAST | CAREER
22 min | July 8, 2026
Samantha Harkins, Founder and CEO of Hundred Place Consulting and CEO of Lansing 501, joins the podcast to explore what it means to invest in yourself for long-term success. Success is created by how intentionally you invest your time, energy, and talents.
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BLOG |
3 min read | July 7, 2026
Looking to maximize income opportunities as an international student? Use this article to learn about investing in the stock market, from opening a brokerage account to potential tax implications.
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2 min read | July 2, 2026
Group trips can quickly become stressful when money expectations are unclear. Planning ahead, communicating openly and using shared budgeting tools can help keep the focus on enjoying the experience together.
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BLOG | BUDGETING
2 min read | June 30, 2026
You just finished planning your dream vacation to Europe. As you’re thinking about your future picnics in Paris and how good all those Belgian waffles will taste, you experience some car trouble. Your engine simply won’t start.
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QUIZ | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
Credit cards, budgeting, debt and investing all impact financial health. Test your financial knowledge and see if you can identify facts versus fiction.
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Agreeing on spending expectations early can help prevent confusion, overspending, and tension later in the trip.
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