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Tax Returns Can Put Money in Your Pocket!
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Filing a tax return is no fun, but the effort can be positive if taxpayers make sure they take advantage of refundable tax credits!

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In Over Your Head: Life-Saving Strategies for Financial Crisis
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
A new publication shares tips for dealing with creditors, when to seek professional help and how to develop a self-directed repayment plan to reduce debts.

Energy Credit for Home Improvement
(Posted on 7/21/2009)
Tax credit offers an additional reason to improve your home's energy efficiency.

Free On-line Course for Taking Control of Your Money
(Posted on 10/24/2006)
Free On-line Course for Taking Control of Your Money! Don’t let money-or lack of it-control YOU! ISU Extension’s free web course offers tools and strategies to help you take control of your money.

Credit Report / Credit Score: WhyYou Need to Know This Info!
(Posted on 8/24/2005)
Credit reports and scores are a guide that impacts your ability to qualify for consumer loans, mortgages, rental property, employment, and insurance. The cost of using credit rises if your report contains negative information.

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Telemarketers--You Don't Have to Listen to Them!
(Posted on 9/3/2004)
Are you still getting telemarketing sales calls you don't want? The Federal Government created the "Do Not Call" registry to make it easier and more efficient for you to reduce the number of unwanted calls you receive. CELL PHONE NUMBERS ARE BEING RELEASED TO TELEMARKETING COMPANIES ALSO.

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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Joyce Lash-Families Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (641) 464-3333
Fax: (641) 464-3333
Email: lash@iastate.edu

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