Financial Literacy a Pressing Need for Mainers

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April has been declared Financial Literacy Month in Maine via a signed proclamation of Gov. Paul LePage. So what exactly does it mean for Mainers to be financially literate and why is it important?

The definition of financial literacy is the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. This includes money management, credit, debt management, insurance, investing and retirement planning.

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Financial Literacy a Pressing Need for Mainers

The way we become financially literate is through financial education.

Financial education is the process by which people improve their understanding of financial products, s...

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