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Getting out of debt is typically the best investment you can make. It may produce double-digit returns by reducing the amount of interest paid and the time it takes to get out of debt. Iowa State University Extension's PowerPay© computer analysis can help you chart a course for debt reduction.

Check Your Credit Report

To make sure you will be considered an eligible borrower when you want to use credit, check your credit report at least annually.

credit card Money for Life - June 2009 - CARD Act

This month, learn about the Credit Card Accountability,
Responsibility and Disclosure Act (CARD) recently signed into law. The new law bans unfair rates increases and fee traps, requires more accountability by credit card companies and includes protections for credit card users, particularly students and young people.

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Financial Topics For a New Year

Every year, the arrival of a new year and the beginning of “tax season” lead many people to think hard about their finances.

Free On-line Course for Taking Control of Your Money

Don't let money - or the lack of it - control YOU! ISU Extension's free web course offers tools and strategies to help you take control of your money.

Finding Extra Money

To save, or to pay the bills with...

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