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Win some money and gain financial education with Smart Money Contests
Published on March 25, 2021
Invest in yourself during National Financial Literacy Month. -
Investment scams: Protect yourself
Published on February 28, 2021
Protect yourself and your money - use skepticism, knowledge, and common sense to guide your decisions. -
Are you responsible for the debt of your deceased spouse?
Published on January 18, 2021
Dealing with the loss of a spouse is difficult. Depending on how finances were organized you might or might not be responsible for your spouse's debt. -
What can you do to avoid financial fraud?
Published on January 18, 2021
A little suspicion can help to protect you from fraud. -
Spending for your financial future
Published on January 18, 2021
Saving alone may not get you there. Saving and investing gives you a better chance to reach your financial goals. -
Planning ahead to save money
Published on January 18, 2021
How to separate your savings goals. -
Delinquent property tax help for Michigan homeowners
Published on January 18, 2021
Seven options to assist with paying property taxes. -
Is the Schedule 1099-C a blessing or a curse?
Published on December 11, 2020
Receiving a 1099-C does impact your credit report and score and also has Federal income tax consequences. -
Understanding the foreclosure timeline in Michigan
Published on December 11, 2020
Avoid unnecessary stress. -
Credit report: Summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act - Part 1
Published on December 11, 2020
Knowing your rights can help you avoid identity theft and save you money. -
Adulting 101 classes offered by MSU Extension
Published on December 7, 2020
Are your older teens ready to leave for college or be on their own? Are they prepared to do adult tasks and have skills to be successful? Consider MSU Extension’s Adulting 101 classes. -
Are you creditworthy?
Published on September 29, 2020
Credit scores, credit reports and the five C’s can all affect your creditworthiness. -
Buyers beware: Advice from Money Smart Kids
Published on September 21, 2020
Learn how to avoid predatory loans from these Money Smart Kid Essay winners. -
Give my kid a credit card? Are you crazy?
Published on September 1, 2020
Young people can learn to be responsible money managers by using credit cards. -
Buying on a land contract instead of a mortgage
Published on July 10, 2020
A land contract may give you the option to purchase a home after foreclosure, bankruptcy, or low credit score. -
Starting over after foreclosure
Published on July 10, 2020
Knowing where your credit stands after foreclosure. -
Recovery After Disaster: The Family Financial Toolkit
Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension offers this document to help put your financial recovery puzzle together after recovering from a disaster. -
Disaster Recovery Resources for Michigan Families
Published on June 10, 2020
MSU Extension provides families a list of resources to use and help manage during difficult times after a disaster. -
Nine key financial strategies for recovery after a disaster
Published on June 10, 2020
Tools and resources to help homeowners and renters make financial decisions. -
What to consider when you are considering certificates of deposits
Published on May 26, 2020
Certificates of deposits offer higher interest rates than traditional savings account but there are factors to consider before making the investment.
