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EDFUND Video Clips are a series of streaming
video sessions designed to enhance your money management skills.
Currently showing are:
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Step-by-step guidance and useful tips for completing the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) issued by the U.S. Department
of Education.
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Each streaming video session runs between 15 and 20 minutes. The sessions are easy
to understand and divided into four- to five-minute segments. They feature a variety
of learning methods – audio, video, slides and worksheets – to cement
understanding of the concepts offered. You will find them packed with real-life tips
you can put to use immediately.
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Private
Loans: Closing the Gap
By emphasizing private loans as a secondary funding source, this session
educates borrowers about selecting a loan that meets their needs. Included
are: discussions on the impact of credit on loan eligibility, an overview
of costs associated with interest rates and fees, and tips on getting a private
loan approved. |
Learning Objectives
- To understand the difference between federal student loans and private
loans
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- To learn reasons for considering a private loan
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- To understand the impact that credit has on loan eligibility
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- To learn how to order a credit report and score
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- To learn what to consider when choosing a private loan
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- To learn tips for getting a private loan approved and managing its
payments
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Less
is More: Smart Budgeting
With a focus on short-term financial planning, this session guides students
through the process of creating a budget and managing college finances. Features
cost-saving tips from other students and strategies to keeping student loan
borrowing to a minimum. |
Learning Objectives
- To understand the elements of a financial aid budget
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- To learn the difference between the financial aid budget and your
spending plan
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- To learn the information required and steps to making a spending
plan
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- To learn what's not in the financial aid budget
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- To learn to track and categorize expenses and resources
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- To identify where reductions can be made and strategies to control
student debt
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- To learn to apply money saving tips
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- To learn about online resources for calculating a spending plan and
loan repayment
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Securing
Your Financial Future
This session provides students with an overview of long-term financial planning.
Viewers learn to identify and set financial goals and the importance of planning
and saving early. Also covered are key investing terms and concepts, as well
as fundamentals of insurance. |
Learning Objectives
- To understand the concept of financial planning
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- To learn the difference between short-term and long-term goals
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- To understand the benefits of student loans
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- To understand when to save and when to invest
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- To learn how a retirement plan works
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- To understand the importance of saving money early
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- To learn how insurance works and when it is necessary
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- To learn about online resources for creating a financial plan
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Managing
Credit Cards: Planning to Prosper
This session educates students about the basics of credit and the benefits
and risks associated with credit cards. Viewers learn how to avoid the risks
by using credit cards wisely, including reading and understanding the fine
print. Also provided is an overview of credit reports. |
Learning Objectives
- To understand the risks and benefits of credit cards
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- To learn how needs and wants relate to credit card spending
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- To learn about the terms associated with credit cards
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- To understand what to look for in a credit card
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- To understand what's on a credit report
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- To learn how to order and read a credit report
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- To learn strategies for managing credit card debt
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- To understand how to get back on track if credit card debt is already
a problem
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In order to view the videos you will need to have installed Real
Player's Real One™ (please note: you need only install the FREE version).
The videos may be viewed with Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher. In order
to install either Internet Explorer or Real Player, please click on the corresponding
icon below and follow the download and installation instructions.
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