Finances Information

Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 2/17/2009)
“Keeping families strong during tough times is important. Check out three new publications with tips for managing your family’s relationships during these tough times.”

Extension Offers Help When Making Financial Decisions
(Posted on 12/23/2008)
The current economy can make it difficult to stretch your dollar as far as you would like. The eXtension website provides many resources to help your family make wise financial decisions.

Money for Life Newletter
(Posted on 1/5/2007)
Hints and Tips for Family Financial Management

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

Mary Beth Kaufman-Families Resource Specialist
Phone: (712) 755-3104
Fax: (712) 755-7112
Email:

Tim Eggers-Farm Management Specialist
Phone: (712) 542-5171
Fax: (712) 542-5936
Email: teggers@iastate.edu