MSU Extension MI Money Health

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• Are you prepared to pay your summer property taxes?

  Published on September 8, 2017
  Homeowners who are responsible for paying their property taxes have a bill due soon.

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  Interactive webinar about policies for managing stormwater

  Published on September 6, 2017
  Join the Adventures in Collective Water Management Network for an informative discussion on Sept. 15.

• Are you prepared for a natural or man-made disaster?

  Published on September 6, 2017
  Learn tips to create an emergency plan to keep you and your family safe.

• Mindfulness money

  Published on September 5, 2017
  Learn to manage financial stress.

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  Disasters don’t plan ahead. You can.

  Published on August 29, 2017
  September is National Preparedness Month. Take action to plan-ahead and be prepared for just whatever might lie ahead.

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  Three myths about Medicare

  Published on August 24, 2017
  It is vital to strategically plan for the realities of health costs in retirement.

• Managing your family's financial risk

  Published on August 17, 2017
  There are many types of insurances to help protect your family.

• Keep cool with debt collectors

  Published on July 31, 2017
  How to verify and identify the debt as yours. Plus other important tips.

• Looking for an affordable rental unit?

  Published on July 27, 2017
  Affordable housing is scarce, so being prepared is important.

• Need a road map to better financial health?

  Published on July 26, 2017
  Money management tools will help you find your way.

• Don’t let eating out break your bank

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Your lunch may be costing you thousands of dollars a year.

• Budget myths and facts

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Do not let false information affect your financial decisions.

• Setting debt priorities to avoid foreclosure

  Published on March 20, 2017
  Spending habits are different for everyone, but saving your home should be a main priority.

• Saving your tax refund

  Published on March 1, 2017
  Don’t let your refund slip away.

• Aging in place: Implications for housing and community development

  Published on February 7, 2017
  With an expanding older population, communities and caregivers will need to prepare for a growing demand for housing that is accessible and well-connected to services throughout the community.

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  Five tips for your “safe” retirement spending

  Published on February 7, 2017
  You’re on your own to make later-life financial decisions.

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  Five steps to saving for big ticket purchases

  Published on February 1, 2017
  Are you planning a housing move, car purchase, landmark family celebration, dream vacation or education toward a better job? Commit to saving small amounts now to make it easier to fit into your spending plan.

• Tips for reducing energy costs at home this winter

  Published on January 11, 2017
  Sky high energy bills can be a budget breaker.

• Don’t labor over the complex foreclosure process, work with a pro

  Published on January 4, 2017
  Foreclosure is hard to handle alone so getting help from a certified Housing Counselor can help.

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  5 most confusing foreclosure terms you need to understand

  Published on December 22, 2016
  Foreclosure is a legal proceeding and understanding the terms can help you know your rights and navigate the process.