UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
When students leave school for the weekend, the last thing they should have to worry about is how they are going to get their next meal. Thanks to Taylor County’s Weekend Backpack Program, weekends are worry free for… Read More
When the time finally comes to retire, the first question asked is, “Will I have enough to retire?” A 2018 Bankrate survey found 61 percent of Americans don’t have a clue about how much they need to save… Read More
Does the holiday leave you feeling that you overspent and have to start the New Year feeling blue? Here are some holiday tips to help keep you in track of your spending during this challenging time. Plan to… Read More
Delicious, nutritious, and super helpful for today’s needs, peanut butter is a great addition to your shopping cart. But it’s more than just a tasty and healthy food that also helps those in need (more on that below)…. Read More
What is it like to live just above minimum wage? The ALICE know. ALICE refers to persons who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, yet Employed. Others have referred to them as the working poor. The ALICE are our… Read More
Consumers applying for credit are sometimes surprised to find out the credit score they have been tracking is different from the credit score the lenders use to evaluate their loan applications. The truth is, there are many, many… Read More
By SOPHIA MOUNDOUS Sustainability Assistant, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County October is all about Fall colors, pumpkins, and Halloween costumes. Here at Sarasota County Sustainability, we are also excited about October because it is National Energy Awareness Month, and today,… Read More
Owning a home is a goal many have. But are you truly ready for the responsibility that comes with home ownership? Are you ready? First, let’s talk about your income. Do you have two years of steady regular… Read More
Live, Interactive Personal Finance Webinars University of Florida/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension invites you to attend these educational webinars. All are 12:00pm -1:00pm EST. Cost = Free. Medicare Webinar Series September 25: Medicare Basics – This presentation gives an overview… Read More
