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Tax Refund


January 28, 2019

If you receive a tax refund this year, it may be tempting to spend it on new electronics, a vacation or some other luxury item. Before rushing to the car dealership, furniture store or shopping center, take a moment to reflect on your financial ... READ MORE

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2018 Rainfall in Lafayette County


January 23, 2019

Florida's climate is characterized by wet and dry seasons with rain predominantly occurring between the months of June through October. The average amount of rain for Lafayette County is 55-56 inches per year. The oldest official rainfall ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Water, Work & Life
Tags: El Niño, F.A.W.N, Lafayette County, Rainfall, Weather
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The Earned Income Tax Credit


January 14, 2019

For 2018, individuals and families have a shot of a tax credit ranging from $519 - $6,431. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) was established to offset the burden of Social Security taxes by reducing or eliminating the tax paid by low- ... READ MORE

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Tags: Adjust For Inflation, Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC, Green Card, Income Tax, Internal Revenue Service, Qualify For EITC, Social Security Number, Tax Guidelines, Tax Return, Taxable Income, Taxes, VITA Program, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Make SMARTer Resolutions This Year


January 14, 2019

Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences Every year, millions of us make New Year’s resolutions in the hopes of implementing a few changes in our lives. We resolve to lose weight, eat healthier, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Family And Consumer Sciences, Goal Setting, Goals, New Year's Resolutions, Resolutions, Wakulla Extension

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