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 HomeStreet Bank Affinity Program [...]

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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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