Our weekly #CreditChat started in 2012 to help our community learn about credit and important personal finance topics (e.g. saving money, paying down debt, improving credit scores). Each chat is hosted by @Experian on Twitter and all are welcome to participate. DM us any questions.
This week, we’ll suggest budget-friendly ideas for memorable summer fun with the family.
Topic: Frugal Summer Activities for the Family
When: Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Twitter chatroom or join the live hashtag discussion.
The panel will include Laura J. LaTourette, CFP®: Founder of Family Wealth Management Group; Take Charge America; Patrina Dixon: Personal Finance Expert and Author, It’$ My Money; Leslie H. Tayne, Esq: Founder and Managing Director of Tayne Law Group, P.C. (f/k/a The Law Offices of Leslie H. Tayne, P.C.); Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News; Lawrence D. Sprung: CFP® President of Mitlin Financial, Inc.; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions We’ll Discuss:
- As things begin to open after the pandemic, are there free activities you plan to enjoy with your families this summer?
- Where can you find the free or inexpensive events in your local community?
- What are some inexpensive programs to keep kids entertained during the summer?
- How can working parents budget for the expense of summer childcare programs?
- What are some ways you can save on vacation or travel this summer?
- How can you include your family in budgeting for summer activities?
- What are some inexpensive ways for parents to get away for a bit during the summer?
- How do you find discounts for local amusement parks and water parks in your community?
- How can you save on the cost of food for summer gatherings with friends and family?
- Any final tips to help families enjoy some fun in the sun on a budget this summer?
Check out our complete list of upcoming personal finance Twitter chats here.