Finances

Local Highlights

Michele Sieren, Jenisa Hanson, Sarah Lenz
April 5, 2013

Washington County Extension celebrated Extension Week by “reaching out” to partners and stakeholders in the Washington area.  Extension staff delivered back-scratchers with the imprint “Washington County Extension – Reaching Out to You.”   

April 4, 2013

Have you ever had questions about money and finances? Are you trying to write a budget, save for house/wedding/college?  Join us on Tuesday, April 16 @ 6:30 pm at the Washington Public Library.  See the flyer for more information   

March 24, 2013

Washington County Extension received the 2012 Business of the Year award at the Washington Chamber of Commerce annual dinner on March 18, 2013.

January 3, 2013

Individuals filing for personal bankruptcy can turn to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for the education that is required during the bankruptcy process. “Financial Success: Recovery after Bankruptcy” is available through the national website

January 3, 2013

Every day people spending money do something that involves managing it – whether it is balancing a checking account, checking credit card statements, saving money for retirement, or simply deciding whether to pay cash or charge a purchase. A new resource

Statewide Resources

  • Purchasing a home is probably the biggest purchase you'll ever make. Complete this online course to prepare yourself for buying a home and shopping for a mortgage that works for you!

  • Online resources to help improve financial wellbeing through education and counseling in the areas of homeownership, personal finance, and credit.

  • The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax preparation and electronic filing for low to moderate income Iowans.  Access income tax resources and find a VITA location near you.

  • A 24-hour resource for legal, finance, crisis and disaster issues, Iowa Concern provides access to an attorney for legal education, stress counselors, and information and referral services.

  • If you are looking for ways to improve your finances, this FREE online course is for you! Focused on managing money, the course also addresses dealing with debt, building financial security, and family communication about money.

  • Resources on farm management and finances.

  • RECAP provides data and research on local economic, demographic, and social trends for business and communities.

  • Sharpen your financial coaching skills during this 5-week face-to-face and online course designed to help non-profit organizations/groups assist clients/members with their financial management concerns.

  • Our family finance programs and resources can help you get more for your money, save for your financial goals, and help build your money management skills.

  • Whether you are just starting out or already well-established, smart financial management is a priority for almost everyone!  Join the conversation with your ideas and questions as our Family Finance specialists share tips and resources about making good financial decisions.

  • Get involved in an online learn-at-home or face-to-face course on money management designed for women of all ages. It will help you learn to take charge of your money!

  • Extension to Families is all over the social media networks. Stay in touch with us through our blogs, Facebook, and Twitter!

  • ISU Extension assists Iowa communities in planning and encouraging sustainable community and economic development that lead to positive quality of life for all citizens.

  • Specialists have compiled a list of resources to help you prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Remember to take care of yourself and your family first; then deal with the things lost to the disaster.

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