Financially Lit logo
EventsMarketplace
Sign In

Welcome to Financially Lit, brought to you by the ELGA Credit Union Foundation for Impact. It's a fantastic free resource that offers financial education, resources, and tools to help you achieve your goals and dream big. Whether you're into blogs, podcasts, quizzes, or calculators, this is your go-to place for all things financial!

Image for From Field to Finances: Tax Filing Tips for Student-Athletes

From Field to Finances: Tax Filing Tips for Student-Athletes

BLOG |

2 min read | April 1, 2025

Student-athletes with NIL income face unique tax obligations. Keep detailed records, report all earnings, make estimated tax payments, and consult a tax professional. Proper tax management will help to ensure financial stability and compliance.

Learn More

Recent Content

Image for From Field to Finances: Tax Filing Tips for Student-Athletes

From Field to Finances: Tax Filing Tips for Student-Athletes

BLOG |

2 min read | April 1, 2025

Student-athletes with NIL income face unique tax obligations. Keep detailed records, report all earnings, make estimated tax payments, and consult a tax professional. Proper tax management will help to ensure financial stability and compliance.

Learn More

Image for Financial Besties: Time and Compound Interest

Financial Besties: Time and Compound Interest

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | March 27, 2025

Time and compound interest are two peas in a pod. Let’s break down what compound interest is and the positive relationship that it can have with time.

Learn More

Image for Decorating Your First Place on a Budget

Decorating Your First Place on a Budget

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | March 25, 2025

Decorating your first place — whether it’s a dorm or an apartment — is exciting for many students, but it’s important to remember the foundation of financial wellness: a budget. Budgeting will help any student shop smartly and with more intention.

Learn More

Image for Credit 101: Your First Credit Card

Credit 101: Your First Credit Card

BLOG | CREDIT

3 min read | March 20, 2025

Dealing with credit for the first time can make you feel like you have no idea what you’re doing. This article will review a few considerations before opening your first credit card.

Learn More

Image for Steer Clear of Predatory Lending

Steer Clear of Predatory Lending

BLOG | FRAUD

3 min read | March 18, 2025

Predatory lending can come in many different forms. The lure of guaranteed approvals and quick cash means many consumers fail to realize exactly what terms they are signing up for.

Learn More

Image for Before You Start Investing

Before You Start Investing

VIDEO | INVESTING

1 min | March 17, 2025

Are you looking to invest but don't know where to start? Watch this video to learn about considerations before you start investing.

Learn More

See All Recent Content

Always read the fine print.

Predatory lenders often prey on people who are desperate for quick cash, making it important for you to understand exactly what you’re signing up for when you hear that a lender approves everyone regardless of credit!

Image for Quizzes

Quizzes

Image for Calculators

Calculators

Image for Ask An Educator

Ask An Educator

Browse by Category

Image for Budgeting

Budgeting

Image for Career

Career

Image for College

College

Image for Credit

Credit

Image for Fraud

Fraud

Image for Investing

Investing

Image for Lifestyle & Travel

Lifestyle & Travel


ELGA Credit Union
www.elgacu.com/foundation/

Federally Insured by NCUA.

If you encounter any issues while trying to access information through our website, please contact us or call us at (810) 715-3542 and we will do everything in our ability to accommodate your needs.

LEARNBLOGSPODCASTSQUIZZESCALCULATORSEVENTSMARKETPLACEFAQSCONTACT USABOUT US

Copyright © 2025 Reseda Group LLC, used under license.

Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
Disclaimer