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• How to avoid property tax foreclosure

  Published on June 19, 2015
  Thousands are still losing their homes to property tax foreclosure and it doesn’t have to happen to you.

• Stay healthy and safe while enjoying water play this summer and all year round

  Published on June 10, 2015
  Following simple guidelines can protect you and your family members from water-related illness and injury.

• Credit, debit and charge cards, oh my! – Part 1

  Published on June 3, 2015
  Understand terms and conditions before signing on the dotted line.

• New Michigan Blight Elimination guidebook for community and economic development

  Published on May 11, 2015
  Developed by the Michigan Vacant Property Campaign, the guidebook is designed to assist local officials and stakeholders with creating a plan to eliminate blight in their communities.

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  The Montgomery GI Bill®

  Published on May 11, 2015
  Are you eligible?

• Learn how to make your home safe for children of all ages

  Published on May 7, 2015
  Use household safety checklists and childproofing tips to eliminate common hazards in your home that can cause childhood injury and death.

• Paying bills on time can save you money

  Published on April 29, 2015
  Understand the costs and repercussions of paying bills late.

• Do you financially break-even at the end of the month?

  Published on April 29, 2015
  Find out what you might not be prepared for when there is no money left over at the end of the month.

• MSU Extension offering webinar on “Septic Systems: Insight into Your Onsite System”

  Published on April 6, 2015
  This free, live webinar will provide homeowners and businesses with important information to protect an important resource – their onsite waste water system.

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  Stats show that foreclosure counseling can help you keep your home

  Published on March 19, 2015
  Distressed homeowners counseled by Michigan State University Extension in Ionia County received $1.4 Million in assistance to keep 275 homes during the past five years.

• Winter ice and deicers

  Published on March 4, 2015
  Using deicers to clear ice and snow from walks and driveways can harm pets, vegetation and the environment. Knowing which type of deicer works best in difference situations can help reduce negative impacts.

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  Upcoming workshop teaches homeowners about the importance of maintaining septic systems

  Published on March 3, 2015
  Winter is the time to learn about what you can do to prevent septic system failure.

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  Four new foreclosure laws in Michigan to help keep people in their homes

  Published on February 24, 2015
  Michigan’s four new foreclosure laws are aimed to prevent foreclosure, keep people in their homes, increase property tax revenues and prevent delinquent taxpayers from purchasing additional foreclosed properties.

• New law to help families facing property tax foreclosure

  Published on February 10, 2015
  On January 14, 2015, Governor Snyder signed a new bill to help homeowners, especially in Detroit and Wayne County, stay in their homes.

• Carbon monoxide: Winter’s silent killer

  Published on February 3, 2015
  Two-thirds of all carbon monoxide deaths (non-fire related) occur in November, December, January and February. Reports to Fire Departments nationwide averaged 72,000 annually between 2006 and 2010.

• Smoke inhalation is the most common cause of death in house fires

  Published on January 28, 2015
  When a fire occurs in a home, occupants can quickly be overcome by smoke and unable to reach nearby exits. Planning and practice can help you survive.

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  Four steps to a Storm Ready Home

  Published on January 21, 2015
  Make your home a Storm Ready Home by following four simple steps.

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  Pet tips for apartment living

  Published on January 12, 2015
  Living with a pet is doable, and by following these five simple steps you can make the transition a success.

• Investing in rental real estate, the advantages of owning rental property: Part 2

  Published on December 30, 2014
  There are many advantages and disadvantages to consider when you are deciding to purchase rental real estate.

• Investing in rental real estate, the advantages of owning rental property: Part 1

  Published on December 30, 2014
  There are many advantages and disadvantages to consider when you are deciding to purchase rental real estate.