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• Job loss, now what: How to handle student loans

  Published on January 5, 2017
  Steps on managing student loans after loss of job.

• 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.

• Boosting Your Financial Health in 2017: Part four

  Published on December 21, 2016
  Tips for managing your credit and debt.

• Boosting Your Financial Health in 2017: Part three

  Published on December 21, 2016
  Tips to manage your spending plan.

• 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.

• What is the difference between a Fraud Alert and a Credit Freeze?

  Published on December 12, 2016
  Identify the steps you can take to protect yourself from identity theft.

• 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.