Financial literacy is important. Aside from making money, controlling your expenses is the easiest way to financial freedom. From pumping gas at Costco, to shopping for $5 friday deals at Vons and Safeway, there are plenty of ways to cut down one’s spending and stretch your dollar.

Setting aside money every month for various financial goals such as college fund, mortgage, Investment, grocery expenses are excellent ways to start saving. But the best way is to speak to a financial advisor.

Here is a link to a few free financial planners to get you started: https://money.usnews.com/financial-advisors/articles/where-to-find-free-professional-financial-advice

Those who are more independent can learn these lessons online through Khan Academy or other materials such as https://www.themuse.com/advice/13-free-classes-to-help-you-manage-your-personal-finances-like-an-adult

There are savings accounts:

• https://www.amalgamatedbank.com/racial-justice
• https://mightydeposits.com/posts/bank-black