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Take Control of your Money

Take Control of Your Money
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Take advantage of ISU Extension’s FREE on-line course, “Take Control of Your Money,” for steps and strategies that will help you stay on top of your finances and make progress toward your financial goals!

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Getting Your Family Ready for Winter
(Posted on 10/19/2009)
It's hard to believe, but the Iowa winter is just around the corner. Now is the time to start preparing for the season ahead. Iowa State University Extenson has many resources available to help.

Free Credit Reports Available Annually
(Posted on 11/22/2006)
Consumers have the right to one free credit report a year from each of the three national credit bureaus.

Managing Money and Feelings in Tough Times
(Posted on 8/15/2005)
Whether it is your first experience with tough times, or you have been there before, you may feel a sense of loss that extends well beyond lose in income or lifestyle.

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New Publications Help Iowans Prepare for Winter With Low-Cost, Simple Changes
(Posted on 11/17/2004)
New Iowa Energy Center publications are available from ISU Extension to help Iowans become more cost and energy efficient in their homes.

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.

Staff

Jan Burk-Extension Field Specialist - Family Resource Management
Phone: 712-262-2264
Fax: 712-262-8481
Email: janburk@iastate.edu

Holle Smith-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (712) 362-3434
Fax: (712) 362-5866
Email: holle@iastate.edu

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