This article is written and provided by our partners at Fidelity Investments.  Key takeaways Inflation poses a threat to bondholders because rising prices reduce the purchasing power of the fixed rates of interest that their bonds pay. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) are bonds whose principal and interest rate payments rise along with inflation. TIPS are [...]

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Whether you are saving money toward purchasing a home or simply watching your expenses, managing your rent costs makes good financial sense. Budget advisors generally recommend keeping housing costs at 30% of your household’s income or less. This can be challenging in the city of Seattle, especially for families earning moderate to low incomes. While [...]

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This April, join The Whole U and UW Benefits in celebrating Financial Literacy Month – a campaign whose roots go back more than two decades. Financial Literacy Month is an important reminder that both financial education and health are an integral part to living well. The goal of Financial Literacy Month is to expand education [...]

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With peak home buying season right around the corner, we asked HomeStreet Bank to shed some light on factors you may not think about while working your way through the greater Seattle housing market. While our region tends to be a very hot market, there are some tips and tricks out there to give you [...]

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Most of us can name friends and family members who have lost jobs or income due to COVID-19. More than 20 million people in the United States have become unemployed since the start of the pandemic, including some UW colleagues who have been furloughed or whose jobs have been eliminated. Job or income loss is [...]

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Looking to expand your financial education? Look no further than free seminars with The Whole U and UW’s financial partners! All throughout the year, The Whole U hosts educational seminars with Fidelity, HomeStreet Bank, WSECU, TIAA, the Social Security Administration, BECU, and US Bank. Seminar are offered in person on campus and online as webinars. [...]

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Fidelity Investments offers a variety of financial education workshops to the University of Washington community. There are many ways to attend a class with Fidelity, whether you want to attend a virtual workshop specific for UW employees or find a short on-demand video. Learn about the many opportunities for financial education with Fidelity below. Table [...]

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Just what is a credit union anyway? And how do they work? Credit unions work a lot like banks—offering savings and checking accounts, loans, mortgages, financial planning, and more—but because they operate as nonprofits that are focused on their members’ needs, you typically benefit from better interest rates and more personalized customer service. Two credit unions—Inspirus and WSECU—have partnered [...]

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Whether you are looking to rent an apartment or buy a first home, finding the right type of housing in Seattle can be a challenge. The Whole U partners with UW Community Relations to bring you options and resources to fit your budget level. Looking to buy or refinance a home? Your Hometown Home Loan [...]

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Money may not buy happiness, but studies suggest there is a clear link between one’s financial fitness and overall health. When bills pile up, so does stress—and matters of debt and mental health all too often become easily intertwined. No matter how you define overall wellness, sound finances lie at the heart of your ability [...]

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This week, as part of the ongoing 8-week Dare to Do challenge, we hone in on time management, organization, and financial wellness. Not surprisingly, all three of these concepts are closely related and impact one another.  When we focus on being intentional with our time, we are able to better position our lives. Whether that [...]

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