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Money for Life Newsletter
(Posted on 3/12/2009)
Want to learn more about saving, investing, retirement, basic money management, the recession, or other money issues?

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A Place of Your Own
(Posted on 7/10/2007)
For $45, Iowans can learn valuable information on selecting and financing a home through a new interactive online course. Successful participants also receive a certificate that may qualify them for lower interest rates.

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Proper Ventilation for Year-Round Energy Savings
(Posted on 5/3/2007)
Proper ventilation is key to year-round energy savings. It protects your home from winter moisture damage and reduces summer heat buildup.

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Energy-Saving Can Save Big Dividends
(Posted on 10/4/2006)
The Iowa Energy Center has published three free resources. Filled with everyday energy-saving tips, the Home Series collection suggests practical ways to ease the demands of heating and electric bills.

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Finding Funds for Emergencies
(Posted on 3/13/2006)
Does it surprise you when your car needs new tires? Are you shocked when your refrigerator, furnace, or stove quit working? Do you worry about your children needing larger shoes or clothes? These are all good reasons to have an emergency fund!

Plan Now, Spend Later
(Posted on 3/13/2006)
Would you like to take a vacation this summer? Do you want to give gifts to special friends and family this year? Would you like new furniture, car, or home remodeling project? These are all examples of family goals for which you can plan.

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

Barb Wollan-Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 832-9597
Fax: (515) 832-9599
Email: bwollan@iastate.edu

Margaret Van Ginkel-Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 727-0656
Fax: (515) 727-0657
Email: vangin@iastate.edu

Kelvin Leibold-Farm Management Field Specialist
Phone: 515-532-3453
Fax: 515-532-3415
Email: kleibold@iastate.edu

Beth Fleming-Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email: bflem@iastate.edu

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