Financial Resources for Parents

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Kids and Money

The tools we use to teach our children about money shouldn’t be boring. It’s a Money Thing offers fun ways to help your child learn about a variety of financial topics, beginning with choosing the best financial institution. Learn more about the money tips available for your kids.

Check back soon to see new videos, articles, and infographics about:

• Understanding Credit Score Breakdowns
• Foiling Identity Theft
• Boosting Your Credit Score

Learn as You Grow

What your children need to know about money will change as they mature. Money as You Grow is a financial education resource, offering you conversation starters, practical money lessons, and activities to help you teach your kids from ages 3 to 18+ about money.

College Funding

• Learn about saving for your child's college education by using these College Planning Calculators.
• MyMoney.gov is a U.S. Government website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics about financial education.
• Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and Individual Retirements Accounts (IRAs)*

Information for Parents

A child or teen can open an account at Nusenda Credit Union with only $5 — the first step, we hope, to future financial savvy. We also provide:

• breeze Reloadable Visa Debit Card Account* With no overdraft options or charges, this is the perfect card to teach your high school student about responsible financial management
• First-time Auto Buyer Program*

* Accounts for youth under 18 require parental authorization and signature. Parents are co-owners of the accounts.

For more information on any of these products or services, email us, call 505-889-7755 (800-347-2838 outside the Albuquerque area), or visit a Financial Consultant at any of our branch offices.