Teen's shared texts highlight gaps in youth financial knowledge, fueling calls for more education in schools.

Chip Leighton's viral "teenager texts" on social media highlight questions from kids about basic money matters, such as tipping an eye doctor or ATM hours. While Leighton argues today's youth aren't necessarily less financially savvy, these inquiries are more often documented now. This has spurred a push for financial literacy in schools, with only half of states requiring personal finance courses. Studies show such courses can improve financial well-being, leading to better credit scores and lower debt delinquency rates in young adulthood.

November 25, 2024
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