Federal law entitles you to one free copy of each of your credit reports every 12 months through the web site www.annualcreditreport.com The reports offer a detailed look at your credit accounts, bill paying history, and debt levels. The reports ... READ MORE
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Picture your retirement lifestyle. Where would you like to live? Would you like to travel? Spend more time with family? Just how much you need for retirement will depend on your retirement goals and lifestyle. Estimating the cost of retirement ... READ MORE
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Written by Samantha Walter-Cano, Edited by Olivia Zugay Human Rights Month: Food Insecurity With the rise in prices and the impact of COVID-19 over the past few years, access to food has become harder for many around the world. This December ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Money Matters
As the winter holidays approach, many Americans are preparing to be more mindful of their spending on gifts and celebrations. Experts predict a decrease in consumer spending during this typically busy time for retailers. The Federal Reserve ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Ok, so we’ve all heard negative things about so-called ‘deadbeats’. Generally speaking, the term refers to someone who fails to follow through in some way. What if I were to tell you that in the world of credit cards, being a deadbeat ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
As we head into fall and all the significant shopping events, I want to remind all my friends to Caveat Emptor. I know most people prefer Carpe Diem, which is fine – carpe away! Just remember to be a wise consumer and Caveat Emptor, too. What ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
I hope that you and your loved ones are safe from harm. Early Wednesday morning, Hurricane Idalia made landfall along Florida's West Central Coast as a Category 3 storm. As of Friday, many areas of North Florida are without power, and there ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Money Matters
Hurricane season is here, and we might (or did) experience a loss of power in the event of a storm. Have you thought about how long your food stays safe in the refrigerator if the electricity goes out? There are things you can do to prepare ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Money Matters, Work & Life
You have made it through a storm and now you are dealing with fraud. Fraud is something that happens all too often and many times we are not aware we are victims until it's too late. Being aware of the "red flags" can help you avoid from being ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Money Matters, Work & Life
Great news! As residents of Florida, we have another opportunity to purchase qualifying supplies related to disaster preparedness without sales tax. The tax-free savings begin on Saturday, August 26 and end on September 8. This is a good time ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Money Matters, Work & Life