Making a commitment is the first step to saving money

One of the most important things you can learn in life is how to save money. It’s the first stride in getting where you want to be. Studies show that those with a savings plan, regardless of income, are more likely to spend less than they earn. Living within your means is the best approach to saving money and building wealth over time.

Let America Saves help you reach your savings and debt reduction goals. It all starts when you make a commitment to yourself to save. That’s what this pledge is all about. And it doesn’t stop there. America Saves will keep you motivated with periodic information, advice, tips and reminders sent by email or text message to help you reach your savings goal. Think of America Saves as your own personal support system.

With America Saves Week, Feb. 26 to March 3, this is a great time to pledge to save. By pledging to save, you will commit to a simple savings goal and plan. Take the America Saves Pledge at https://americasaves.org/for-savers/pledge.

America Saves, a campaign managed by the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America, seeks to motivate, encourage and support low- to moderate-income households to save money, reduce debt and build wealth. Non‐profit, government, and corporate groups participate in America Saves nationally and through local, regional and statewide campaigns around the country. America Saves encourages individuals and families to take the America Saves pledge and organizations to promote savings year-round and during America Saves Week. Learn more at americasaves.org and americasavesweek.org.