If you have a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), a Health Savings Account (HSA) can be a powerful tax reduction tool and a way to build a fund for medical expenses. Here’s what you need to know for 2026. Who Qualifies? To contribute ... READ MORE
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Have you ever gone outside at night and wished you could see more stars? In the United States, 99% of the public cannot experience a natural night sky because of light pollution (Dark Sky, 2016). Light pollution is caused by inefficient ... READ MORE
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The leaders of the future took center stage at the inaugural Future Leaders of Wakulla 4-H Teen Leadership Summit, hosted by Wakulla 4-H at the Extension Office in Crawfordville October 13, 2025. The one-day event welcomed over 40 participants ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Understand your Medicare options to prevent unexpected costs and coverage gaps. Creditable health insurance is offered by many large employers. If your creditable health insurance coverage ends or is not offered by your employer, at age ... READ MORE
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National Estate Planning Awareness Week (NEPAW) takes place this year from October 20–26, 2025. Established in 2008, NEPAW aims to educate individuals on the importance of estate planning learn more at: https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/110/hres1499/text/eh#link=2&nearest=H5667EC8552C34718B78DB37C3EC82B1E Why ... READ MORE
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Financial success can bring peace of mind, stability, and the freedom to pursue your goals. Whether it’s paying bills with ease, enjoying vacations, or retiring comfortably, financial success is a journey that many individuals can achieve ... READ MORE
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When planning for medical costs, two tax-advantaged options often come up: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Both can help you save money, but they work differently. Understanding their features will help ... READ MORE
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Owning a home is a huge accomplishment, but with it comes the responsibility of protecting your investment, and that includes homeowners’ insurance. Recently, many homeowners across the country have experienced unexpected policy cancellations ... READ MORE
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When it comes to managing money, most people focus on the big-ticket items: rent or mortgage, car payments, or student loans. But it is often the small, unnoticed expenses – known as spending leaks – that can really make a big impact ... READ MORE
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