Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
After his company laid off Jackson and 30 other workers, he realized he had no savings to fall back on. "I vowed then to make a change and to no longer be financially vulnerable. When I was unemployed, I had a lot of free time. While browsing online, I found the America Saves website," he says. By taking advantage of the America Saves savings tips and resources, Jackson was able to make a savings plan and start an emergency fund. Read more...
Welcome to San Diego Saves
All over San Diego County people just like you are proving that you don’t have to be rich to build wealth. As members of San Diego Saves, they are paying off their debts, and saving to reach their financial goals.
We can help, with tips and tools to help you set goals, develop strategies to reach those goals, and start saving. So what are you waiting for? Enroll in San Diego Saves and start making your dreams a reality.
Building wealth starts when you set a goal and make a plan to reach that goal. Whatever goal you choose – whether it’s buying a car, buying a house, or getting out from under your debts – learn about proven savings strategies and get simple tips on the best ways to save. Click on the links below to learn how to:
Save money by making your home more energy-efficient. Use timers on high-energy items (as well as lighting so it goes on when you need it and off when you don't). Full freezers work more efficiently. If it is half full of food items, fill some empty milk or sealable containers two-thirds full of water and stock them in your freezer.
Russell Jackson never considered himself a saver. But losing his job in 2009, he vowed to no longer be financially vulnerable. "I'd never really considered setting aside money, because I always had enough to pay my bills and purchase everything I needed. The future never occurred to me," he admits.
