Money management is a life skill that unfortunately isn’t taught as often as it should be. It’s a skill that everyone should want to learn too, as it can bring about flawless credit and freedom from debt. But a survey of consumer financial literacy reflects a growing need for financial instruction in U.S. households. Only 56% of adults, for instance, give their knowledge of personal finance high marks, and 44% maintain a budget and keep an eye on their spending. Good money management skills are more important now than ever during this time of high inflation. Thomas Gilbert, associate professor of finance at the UW, is quoted.