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Five ways to save on housing costs

Published on May 16, 2023
By following these five steps, you can lower your housing costs and have more money to spend on other parts of your life.
5 guidelines when deciding how long to work before retiring

Published on May 16, 2023
Consider the pros and cons of working and not working when about to retire—also have a fallback strategy ready if you realize you need to go back to work.
Which bills should I pay first in a financial crisis?

Published on May 16, 2023
How do I make tough choices in tight months and which debts should I prioritize?
Six things to know about buying a foreclosed house

Published on May 16, 2023
Buying a foreclosed house is different than purchasing from a private seller—be prepared for the differences.
4-H Smart Money Contests for youth pay off

Published on February 23, 2023
Youth can win prizes and gain financial awareness with these Smart Money Contests.
Where does money comes from?

Published on December 19, 2022
Learn about a resource that can help answer where money comes from, and other questions related to youth money management.
It’s almost FAFSA time – are you ready?

Published on September 9, 2022
If you need help paying for college, technical or career school, check out the options you may be eligible for from the federal government.
Education pays in lower unemployment rates and higher wages

Published on July 27, 2022
With additional educational attainment comes higher wages and lower unemployment; however, some fields of training are more lucrative than others, and research should be done to ensure that a prospective field can offer the lifestyle one desires.
Credit report: Summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act - Part 1

Published on May 23, 2022
Knowing your rights can help you avoid identity theft and save you money.
New money management lessons for adults with disabilities

Published on March 7, 2022
Adults with cognitive disabilities also face economic challenges, but they can learn basic money management concepts to achieve their goals.