Resources

Working to Keep Michigan Families in their Homes

Published on August 2, 2020
Members of MSU Extension’s Financial and Homeownership Education Team deliver free foreclosure prevention counseling services directly to Michigan residents.
Disaster Recovery Resources for Michigan Families

Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension provides families a list of resources to use and help manage during difficult times after a disaster.
Recovery After Disaster: The Family Financial Toolkit

Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension offers this document to help put your financial recovery puzzle together after recovering from a disaster.
Homeownership Education Impacts 2017

Published on February 11, 2019
MSU Extension Homeownership Education courses educate homebuyers on advantages of homeownership.
Turf Tips for the Homeowner: European Chafer (E0022TURF)

Published on February 8, 2018
Information on the European Chafer and how it affects your home.
Foreclosure Prevention Education Impacts 2017

Published on January 1, 2018
MSU Extension's Financial and Home Ownership Education team delivers foreclosure prevention and intervention education and counseling by The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) certified housing counselors.
A Guide to Home Water Treatment bulletin (E3342)

Published on April 11, 2017
Are you wondering about home water treatment? This bulletin discusses common options available to homeowners to help ensure safe drinking water.
Molds in the Home: What Should You Do? (E2814)

Published on September 22, 2016
Guidelines for preventing and controlling molds in the home.
Question and Answers about Head Lice (E2976)

Published on September 14, 2016
Guidelines to help you solve head lice problems.
Integrated Pest Management in the Home (E2778)

Published on February 16, 2016
Document outlining how to safely and successfully manage pest problems in your home.
Riparian Tip Sheet: What Can You Do To Be "Phosphorus Smart"? (E3135)

Published on November 11, 2015
Microbial Pest Management: Commercial Applicators and Registered Techs Category 5B (E2435)

Published on October 27, 2015
This manual presents basic pest management and pesticide handling information for persons managing bacteria, fungi, algae or viruses in cooling towers, air washers, evaporative condensers, pulp and paper mills, sewer treatment, etc.
Sewer Line Root Control: Commercial Pesticide Applicators - Category 5C (E2609)

Published on October 27, 2015
This is a publication about sewer line root control. New in 1996, reprinted in 2001 and 2006.
Swimming Pool Pest Management - Category 5A (E2621)

Published on October 27, 2015
The maintenance and operation of public swimming pools falls under the primary authority of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Health Division, formerly Public Health Department.
How to Properly Dispose of Unwanted or Expired Medication (E3110)

Published on October 19, 2015
All discarded items should be sealed, double-bagged and placed in the trash. Avoid putting medications into any material or food that might be attractive to pets or wildlife.
Homeownership Fact Sheets

Published on November 18, 2013
Helpful information on buying and maintaining your home
Consumer's Guide to Credit Cards

Published on June 26, 2013
Wise Credit Management Quiz

Published on April 16, 2013
Credit Card Repayment Calculator

Published on April 16, 2013
The more people know about effectively managing their money, the more likely they are to increase savings, successfully buy and maintain homes, and improve their financial health and wellbeing.
PowerPay: Debt Elimination Plan

Published on February 7, 2013