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MyMoneyPath: Empowering Financial Wellness for All

Software
Data Analysis
Platform
Website/HTML
College
Office of Academic Affairs
Researchers
Moulton, Stephanie
Collins, J.
Loibl, Caezilia
Savikhin, Anya
Licensing Manager
Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
(614)292-7945
dahlman.3@osu.edu

T2012-012

The Need: In today's fast-paced financial landscape, individuals often lack accessible and personalized tools to assess and improve their financial well-being. Many low and moderate-income populations, particularly first-time homebuyers, face unique challenges in navigating financial decisions. There is a pressing need for a comprehensive online solution that empowers users to understand their financial health and plan for their future with confidence.

The Technology: MyMoneyPath is a cutting-edge online financial health check-up and planning tool designed to address this need. Tailored initially for first-time homebuyers, it encompasses a user-friendly interface guiding individuals through a series of questions across five critical financial domains: Saving, Borrowing, Budgeting, Housing, and Retirement. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, it evaluates responses and provides clear indicators of financial health, denoted by green, yellow, or red lights. Following the assessment, users embark on interactive modules tailored to their specific areas for improvement, culminating in a personalized action plan to enhance their financial well-being.

Commercial Applications:

  • Financial literacy programs for low and moderate-income communities
  • Employee financial wellness initiatives in corporate settings
  • Personal finance education in academic institutions
  • Community outreach programs by financial institutions
  • Integration into government-sponsored financial assistance programs

Benefits/Advantages:

  • Empowers users with personalized insights into their financial health
  • Facilitates informed decision-making in key financial areas
  • Encourages proactive financial planning and goal-setting
  • Promotes financial literacy and education among diverse populations
  • Enhances user confidence and engagement in managing their finances