MSU Extension MI Money Health

• 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?