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Here are some links you may find useful!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.velocitycommunity.org\/wph\/newsite\/calculators\">Calculators <\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Balance<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re interested in developing a workable spending and savings plan, getting out of debt, taking a look at your credit report, buying a home, or planning for your financial future, Velocity Community Credit Union wants to help. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve provided access to free and confidential financial counseling and education through <a href=\"https:\/\/velocitycommunity.balancepro.org\/\">BALANCE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Call a BALANCE counselor at <a href=\"tel:1-888-456-2227\">888-456-2227<\/a> and <strong>let them know you are a Velocity Community Credit Union member.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>MyCreditUnion.gov<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mycreditunion.gov\/Pages\/default.aspx\">MyCreditUnion.gov<\/a> offers a one-stop toolbox of educational information and personal finance tips designed to help individuals in making smart financial decisions and better choices for their money.<\/p>\n<h2>Pocket Cents for kids<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mycreditunion.gov\/financial-resources\/activities-apps\">Pocket Cents<\/a> introduces young people to the benefits of credit unions and the importance of setting financial goals. Housed within NCUA\u2019s free consumer website, it provides access to tools and information designed to teach school-aged youth-positive financial habits. The website offers important lessons about the value of a dollar and allows youth to explore the different currencies from around the world using an interactive map.<\/p>\n<p>Check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mycreditunion.gov\/Pages\/pocket-cents-game.aspx\">Hit the Road Game<\/a> for even more fun.<\/p>\n<h2>Zogo App &#8211; Learn About Money and Earn Gift Cards<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/zogofinance.com\/velocity\/\">Zogo<\/a> is\u00a0a financial literacy app that lets you\u00a0learn on your schedule. Using\u00a0bite-sized learning modules created by professors and students from Duke University, the app starts simple and grows, teaching about a variety of topics that will help you\u00a0manage your money.<\/p>\n<p>You start each module by learning five concepts before taking a five-question quiz. 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