Kevin Smith, Author at PersonalFinanceLab

Introducing The Cafe Mini-Game

Kevin Smith — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:53:09 +0000

Picking up some extra cash in today’s gig economy is a financial reality that most young adults at least consider at one point or another – and having the option to pick up some extra cash can be a life-saver (and budget savior). Our budgeting game captures this in our Weekend Choice – players have Read More...

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Introducing The Time Management Mini-Game!

Kevin Smith — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:43:50 +0000

Knowing how to manage one’s time is as important as managing money – which is the cornerstone of our new “Socializing” mini-game in our personal budgeting game! How The Time Management Game Works The Time Management game launches as part of our Weekend Events, triggering when a user chooses to Socialize with their friends on Read More...

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Meet Our Cast!

Kevin Smith — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:24:33 +0000

PersonalFinanceLab is all about helping young people learn more about financial literacy, with our animated videos, budgeting game, and stock game working with our lesson library to bring learning to life. To bring these concepts to life, our cast of characters has been showing up across our games, videos, and lessons for the last year. Read More...

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Ryan’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:07:10 +0000

Ryan is a charismatic and confident entrepreneur who effortlessly navigates the cutthroat world of high-stakes business deals with his quick wit, sharp instincts, and infectious charm. About Ryan He can be described as: His money habits are: His goals and motivations are: Ryan’s Investing Portfolio Ryan’s investing portfolio is a mix of ETFs and stocks. Read More...

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Tia’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:29:29 +0000

Tia is a meticulous and analytical individual who thrives in the world of numbers and technology, always seeking to optimize her life. She could spend hours doing puzzles or complex math-based games. About Tia She can be described as: Her money habits are: Her goals and motivations are: Tia’s Investing Portfolio Tia’s investing portfolio is Read More...

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Maggie’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:56:57 +0000

Maggie is a sentimental and practical individual who values stability and security, often prioritizing comfort and familiarity over adventure and risk. About Maggie She can be described as: Her money habits are: Her goals and motivations are: Maggie’s Investing Portfolio Maggie’s investing portfolio is a mix of ETFs and stocks. Maggie’s ETFs and Mutual Funds Read More...

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Jesse’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:43:52 +0000

Jesse is a driven and resourceful individual who embodies the spirit of a true go-getter, always striving to achieve her goals and live life on her own terms. She is athletic and plays competitive volleyball. About Jesse She can be described as: Her money habits are: Her goals and motivations are: Jesse’s Investing Portfolio Jesse’s Read More...

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Esteban’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:19:21 +0000

Esteban is fascinated by space since he was a kid. He loves reading and writing science fiction, and his dry sense of humor is loved by his friends and classmates (and tolerated by his teachers). He effortlessly gets good grades. About Esteban He can be described as: His money habits are: His goals and motivations Read More...

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Eric’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:55:11 +0000

Eric is a rugged and energetic handyman who thrives on action and competition, always looking for the next challenge or project to tackle with his hands-on skills and booming personality. He used to play football in school, and now plays recreational softball on weekends. About Eric He can be described as: His money habits are: Read More...

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Amira’s FinLit Challenge Portfolio

Kevin Smith — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:33:28 +0000

Amira is a creative and empathetic individual who thrives in the world of art and self-expression, always seeking to inspire and uplift those around her. About Amira She can be described as: Her money habits are: Her goals and motivations are: Amira’s Investing Portfolio Amira’s investing portfolio is a mix of ETFs and stocks. Amira’s Read More...

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