MSU Extension MI Money Health

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  Stress saving tip: See a foreclosure counselor

  Published on May 4, 2020
  Seek advice from a foreclosure counselor to reduce housing related anxiety.

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  Financial steps to take if you lost income due to covid-19

  Published on April 24, 2020
  Examine your expenses, savings and find help available to you.

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  Spring clean your credit report

  Published on April 6, 2020
  Make it a habit to check your credit report on a regular basis.

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  How much did your vacation actually cost

  Published on March 9, 2020
  Using a credit card to pay for vacation can easily add up to more than you planned.

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  Currently in foreclosure

  Published on March 4, 2020
  Will my kid’s schoolwork be affected? Life goes on even during foreclosure. You and your children can get and keep organized to make a smooth transition to new housing.

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  How to avoid work from home scams

  Published on March 4, 2020
  Working from Home may not generate the income that you expect.

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  Unfair debt collection

  Published on March 3, 2020
  Many consumers are not aware that they have debts in collections.

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  Carrying our debt into retirement

  Published on March 3, 2020
  Older consumers are carrying more debt, including mortgage, credit card and even student loan debt, into their retirement years.

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  Mystery shopper jobs might be scams

  Published on February 6, 2020
  The good fortune of being a mystery shopper can become a misfortune for scam victims.

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  Those with little financial means can still leave a legacy

  Published on February 6, 2020
  Older and disabled Americans: Financial strain does not preclude leaving a good financial legacy.