UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
As parents or caregivers, one of the concepts that we need to teach to our children is the responsibility that comes with handling money. This becomes a valuable tool for them to use as they grow and develop… Read More
Live, Interactive, online classes 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost = Free August 25: Medicare Basics This presentation gives an overview of Medicare and provides useful information for current beneficiaries, individuals who will soon turn 65 and individuals… Read More
Already the store isles are loaded with back-to-school supplies, backpacks, and lunch boxes. As summer nears an end, parents are starting to stock up on back-to-school items in hopes of avoiding the mad rush. In fact, according to… Read More
A recent article about ambivalence caught my attention and I wanted to share some tips with my readers. My writings usually focus on financial topics but today, let’s look at the value of making a decision. We will… Read More
Hurricanes are something Florida residents have to deal with and they can be overwhelming and scary. Additionally, not preparing ahead of time can add even more stress and take an unexpected toll on your finances. There are ways… Read More
Are you thinking of purchasing a home but are not sure how you are going to come up with the down payment, closing costs, and the additional fees associated with purchasing a home? With high demand and low… Read More
Are you feeling a little pain at the gas pump? Chances are the answer to that is YES. According to AAA, the national average of regular gas is up over 60% from this time last year. With gas… Read More
Do you have children or grandchildren? If so at this point, you have probably heard about the changes to the Child Tax Credit through the American Rescue Act. However, for most people it seems to bring more questions… Read More
Will You Be Ready for Retirement? 4-session webinar series University of Florida IFAS Extension is partnering with the Financial Planning Association of Central Florida to provide this series. This webinar series will be especially helpful for people 10… Read More
Most people are familiar with their credit score, but are you familiar with your credit report? If not, you should be. This is a summary of open and closed accounts over the years, both positive and negative, that… Read More
