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Take Control of Your Money

Take Control of Your Money
(Posted on 6/22/2007)
Free online course to help learn money management skills.

Consumer Protection: Free Credit Reports
(Posted on 4/19/2006)
All U.S. consumers are eligible for free annual credit reports.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Investor Information on the Web - How Do You Judge Quality?
(Posted on 5/5/2008)
This Invest Wisely series article provides tips for evaluating investment information Web sites.
Iowans Worry Their Paychecks Won’t Cover Basic Costs in 2008
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
A new survey shows nearly one-third of Iowans worry family income won't meet expenses. Horizons communities are a step ahead. They have ISU Extension-trained leaders working on poverty and economic decline.
Selecting a Financial Advisor
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
This Invest Wisely series article discusses how to select a financial advisor.

Resources from ISU Extension