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  Health insurance can help you afford health care costs: Part 1

  Published on May 8, 2019
  Why is health insurance important? Four reasons why it can save you a bundle.

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  Prioritize which bills to pay

  Published on March 20, 2019
  Some bills are more important than others. Tips on child support, back taxes, student loans and credit cards.

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  Stay organized to pay bills on time

  Published on March 20, 2019
  Have a system to make bill payments on time.

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  Talk financial terms with your teens – Part 2

  Published on March 14, 2019
  Let’s have some “funds” getting know the financial terms mutual and target funds, and traditional and Roth IRAs.

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  What is an income-share agreement?

  Published on March 7, 2019
  Income-share agreements are a new method that could help pay for college.

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  Accumulate wealth, not debt!

  Published on February 22, 2019
  Get started on your savings plan today by participating in a national initiative during America Saves Week.

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  Talk financial terms with your teens – Part 1

  Published on February 7, 2019
  Knowing the jargon in the financial world, such as CD, stocks and bonds, can help youth get ahead of the game.

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  Disability insurance: Preserving your savings in the event of injury or illness.

  Published on February 6, 2019
  Disability insurance can cushion the financial blow of dealing with lost wages when an injury or illness occurs.

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  Understanding the basics of a budget

  Published on December 26, 2018
  A simple budget can be as uncomplicated as knowing a few key terms and concepts.

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  National and Michigan Jumpstart Coalition provide clearinghouse of financial education resources

  Published on December 3, 2018
  Finding resources for financial education is made easy with the help of National Jumpstart Coalition and its partner organizations.