Course Content
Introduction to Money & Mindset
Lesson 1.1: What Does “Secure the Bag” Mean? (fun video + real examples) Lesson 1.2: The Power of Money Mindset (scarcity vs. abundance thinking) Quiz 1: Quick reflection quiz → “Which money mindset best describes you?”
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Lesson 1.1 – What Does “Secure the Bag” Mean?
02:46
Lesson 1.2 – The Power of Money Mindset
How Will YOU Secure the Bag?
Money Mindset Check-In
What Credit Is & Why It Matters
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Lesson 2.1 – Credit Basics Explained (like a money report card)
49:50
Lesson 2.2 – How Credit Impacts Your Life
Lesson 2.3 – FICO vs. VantageScore (simple breakdown)
Credit Basics & Impact
Topic 3: Building Your First Savings Habit
Saving money is the foundation of financial security. This topic will teach you why saving matters, how to build the habit, and introduce you to Self — a tool that helps you build savings and credit at the same time.
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Why Saving Matters
Lesson 3.2 – Simple Savings Hacks
Lesson 3.3 – Introduction to Self
Savings Basics
Topic 4: How to Read a Credit Report
Your credit report is a detailed record of your financial history. Learning to read it helps you spot errors and protect your financial reputation.
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Lesson 4.1 – Breaking Down a Report
03:05
Lesson 4.2 – Spotting Errors & What to Do
Credit Report Basics
Topic 5: Simple Budgeting That Works
Budgeting doesn’t have to be boring. In this topic, you’ll learn an easy formula, explore tools that make it simple, and discover how to stick with your plan.
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Lesson 5.1 – The 50/30/20 Rule
Lesson 5.2 – Tools for Budgeting
Lesson 5.3 – Sticking With It
Budgeting Basics
Final Assignment
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Final Assignment
S.T.B.I 101 – Secure the Bag Initiative

The 50/30/20 rule is a beginner-friendly formula that makes budgeting simple and flexible. It divides your income into three categories:

  • 50% Needs: These are things you must pay for to live — rent/mortgage, groceries, utilities, transportation, health insurance, minimum debt payments.

  • 30% Wants: These are extras that make life fun — dining out, streaming services, shopping, hobbies, vacations.

  • 20% Savings & Debt Payoff: This category builds your financial future — emergency fund, retirement savings, paying extra on debt, or building investments.

👉 Example: If you earn $1,000 in a month:

  • $500 goes to needs

  • $300 goes to wants

  • $200 goes to savings/debt payoff

Why It Works:

  • Simple — only 3 categories, easy to remember.

  • Flexible — percentages can be adjusted for your situation (for example, if rent is high, you might do 60/20/20).

  • Builds balance — you’re covering essentials, enjoying life, and still preparing for the future.

Exercise Files
Budgeting Worksheet.pdf
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