Meet a Local DC Saver DC Saver Stephanie Vann was featured on the front page of the Washington Post business section. Learn more about Stephanie and how she's taking positive financial action to reduce her debt here.
Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
After his company laid off Jackson and 30 other workers, he realized he had no savings to fall back on. "I vowed then to make a change and to no longer be financially vulnerable. When I was unemployed, I had a lot of free time. While browsing online, I found the America Saves website," he says. By taking advantage of the America Saves savings tips and resources, Jackson was able to make a savings plan and start an emergency fund. Read more...
DC Saves is managed by Capital Area Asset Builders: Building Brighter Financial Futures.
All across DC, people just like you are proving they don’t have to be rich to build wealth. As members of DC Saves, they are setting financial goals, paying down debt, tracking their spending, and taking control of their financial future. You, too, can become part of a growing community of Washingtonians who are realizing their dreams. So don’t wait any longer--time is money--enroll in DC Saves today!
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Building wealth starts when you set a goal and make a plan to reach that goal. Whatever goal you choose – whether it’s buying a car, buying a house, or getting out from under your debts – learn about proven savings strategies and get simple tips on the best ways to save. Click on the links below to learn how to:
Save money by making your home more energy-efficient. Use timers on high-energy items (as well as lighting so it goes on when you need it and off when you don't). Full freezers work more efficiently. If it is half full of food items, fill some empty milk or sealable containers two-thirds full of water and stock them in your freezer.
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Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
