April 10, 2026
Categories: Financial Education, Home Buyer Education
April is National Financial Literacy Month, and we're marking the occasion by highlighting some of our favorite On the House entries and other resources dedicated to helping you take control of your finances. Financial literacy simply means understanding how money works — from saving and investing to managing credit and debt — so you can make smarter decisions and build long-term financial health.
Here are our top On the House entries to enhance your financial wellness knowledge.
Your credit score is one of the biggest factors lenders consider when qualifying you for a mortgage. In this podcast, Stacy Lynn Schriever from Highlands Mortgage joins TSAHC's Joniel LeVecque to break down how credit scores are calculated, how to review your credit report, and steps you can take to improve your score.
Our podcast on understanding interest rates also provides important insights on the monetary policy role of the Federal Reserve Bank and how that impacts interest rates and your personal finances.
New to financial literacy? This post covers the basics, including the most important first step to setting yourself up for financial success. It also explores other factors beyond financial literacy that contribute to overall financial health.
Research shows that financial education leads to real results — including less debt, better money management, and greater financial confidence. This post dives into those findings and also highlights the benefits of home buyer education for long-term success.
If you're interested in what it's like to work directly with a housing counselor to achieve your financial and homeownership goals, check out this post that includes excerpts from an interview with Sylvia Alvarez, the founder and Executive Director of the Housing and Education Alliance.
Part of financial literacy requires being informed of potential scams and fraud. This post explains some of the most common scams in housing from predatory lending to foreclosure and contractor scams.
While written with the holidays in mind, the tips in this post are useful year-round — especially when your budget is being stretched. You'll also learn how credit card debt can affect your ability to reach your financial and homeownership goals.
Looking for more support? Check out our other helpful resources to support Texans on their financial well-being journeys:
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