MSU Extension MI Money Health

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  Nine key financial strategies for recovery after a disaster

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Tools and resources to help homeowners and renters make financial decisions.

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  Is the Schedule 1099-C a blessing or a curse?

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Receiving a 1099-C does impact your credit report and score and also has Federal income tax consequences.

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  Delinquent property tax help for Michigan homeowners

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Eight options to assist with paying property taxes.

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  It’s your money: 10 ways to keep it at tax time

  Published on June 14, 2023
  IRS and Michigan tax credits add up to huge savings for those who qualify.

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  Are you behind on property tax or mortgage payments?

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Funds to help eligible struggling homeowners are still available through the Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund (MIHAF).

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  Four ways persons with disabilities can safely save for the future

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Savings are an asset, and there are options for individuals for people with disabilities that do not impact the asset limits with Social Security Income (SSI), Medicaid or other benefits.

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  Understanding the foreclosure timeline in Michigan

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Avoid unnecessary stress.

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  Reduce, recycle and reuse to decrease climate change

  Published on June 14, 2023
  More energy conservation could affect the occurrence of major storms and hurricanes.

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  Is your consumer complaint going nowhere? Boost solution with the CFPB

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Consumers are getting results by filing their complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

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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.