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  • Boosting your financial health in 2017: Part two

    Published on December 20, 2016
    Boost your financial health with a spending plan.

  • Boosting your financial health in 2017: Part one

    Published on December 20, 2016
    Keep track of your spending to know where your money is going.

  • Three habits to start during the foreclosure process

    Published on December 19, 2016
    Going through foreclosure is a tough experience, but these three suggested habits can make it easier.

  • New or upgraded thermostats can pay for themselves

    Published on December 5, 2016
    According to the EPA, the average home heating and cooling energy cost is $830 annually. A digital, programmable thermostat can save as much as 10 percent a year on those costs.

  • How to write a letter to your creditor

    Published on November 21, 2016
    Here are some tips for writing a letter when your debt becomes overwhelming.

  • Find extra money for the holidays

    Published on November 11, 2016
    Create a plan and review your options this holiday season.

  • What's the skinny on your monthly food budget?

    Published on November 11, 2016
    Find out the full scoop on your food spending.

  • Water drips can add up

    Published on November 11, 2016
    Avoid throwing your money down the drain.

  • How to talk to friends or family about finances without it getting awkward

    Published on November 2, 2016
    Lessons learned from money discussions with friends.

  • Utility companies offer more than energy

    Published on October 31, 2016
    Utility companies offer a number of services related to energy efficiency and conservation.

  • Could your home insurance use an upgrade?

    Published on September 30, 2016
    You could be missing opportunities to save money.

  • Ways to be a better neighbor – without breaking the bank

    Published on September 29, 2016
    More than 90 percent of Americans are very positive about having good neighbors. Being a good neighbor can help you make a difference and feel a sense of power in your life.

  • Six fall savings tips

    Published on September 28, 2016
    These six tips can help you kick unhealthy spending habits to the curb.

  • Saving for retirement and the benefits of short-term sacrifice

    Published on September 28, 2016
    Putting money aside for the future takes time, patience and discipline.

  • Three ways home equity can provide future financial independence

    Published on August 31, 2016
    Include your home equity as an asset when planning for your retirement.

  • Simplify the foreclosure process - get educated by a foreclosure counselor

    Published on August 24, 2016
    Most distressed homeowners counseled by Michigan State University Extension, 78 percent, were able to keep their homes.

  • How much money does it take to retire?

    Published on August 2, 2016
    Planning for retirement is different for everyone. Plan ahead and take these pieces of advice to ensure a comfortable retirement.

  • Are repayment plans effective in preventing foreclosure?

    Published on August 2, 2016
    Catching up on a delinquent mortgage can be challenging. Here are ways to help you get back on track.

  • Pros and cons of paying off loans in full versus monthly

    Published on July 25, 2016
    Does it make good financial sense to pay a loan in full or make the regular monthly payments?

  • Refinancing – Freedom from Financial Woes?

    Published on July 18, 2016
    The pros and cons of refinancing your mortgage: will it give you financial freedom or not?

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