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General Financial Literacy

STRAND 5: Students will understand principles of personal money management, including budgeting and managing accounts, and the role and impact of credit on personal finance.

Standard 2: Describe and discuss the impact of credit and debt on personal money management.

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Defined by General Financial Literacy 11th-12th Grades and align with Credit Cards
Discuss the purpose and role of credit. Explain the value of building and maintaining a healthy credit rating, including elements of creditworthiness: character, capacity, capital, collateral, and conditions.
Explore and discuss the pros and cons of basic types of credit, including unsecured vs. secured credit, credit cards, installment loans, revolving credit, student loans, mortgage, and payday/predatory lenders. Evaluate the costs and risks of each type.
Define and understand the terms associated with credit, including APR, grace period, late fees, finance charges, default rates, interest, and closing costs.