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Money for Life Newsletter
(Posted on 7/16/2009)
Much of what children learn about money is not consciously taught to them. Children pick up your values, attitudes, and money habits by watching and listening to you. In fact, you do not have to say anything to pass along money attitudes, habits, or decision-making styles.

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2009 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey
(Posted on 3/10/2009)
The 2009 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey is now available.

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Extension Energy Tips
(Posted on 2/17/2009)
Tips to help you conserve energy.

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Build Food Skills and Knowledge with Extension Spend Smart Eat Smart Website
(Posted on 2/10/2009)
Building smart food shopping skills isn't a game, but an Extension game will test your skills and add to your shopping knowledge. Learn what else is available at Spend Smart. Eat Smart.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Bankruptcy an Option for Iowans with Unmanageable Debt
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Whether they’re on the farm or along Main Street, Iowans are contemplating their options as farm and household income drops, debt increases and economic uncertainty continues. One of those options is bankruptcy, says attorney John R. Baker, who answers legal questions for Iowa State University Extension’s Iowa Concern Hotline.
eXtension Honors Iowa State University Extension Educator
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
Pat Swanson, family financial management specialist for ISU Extension, was honored recently for her national work on personal finance information and educational materials.

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Email: tolsen@iastate.edu

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