Category: Money Matters

Gardening, backyard poultry, money matters and more: Open house reveals what’s on tap at UF/IFAS Extension Duval County

by Megan Winslow
August 5, 2025

What: University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Duval County Open House. When: Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: UF/IFAS Extension Duval County office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave., Jacksonville, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Backyard Chickens, Canning, Duval County Canning Center, Extension Duval County, Finances, Florida 4-H, Gardening, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jacksonville, Megan Winslow, Money Matters, Open House, Program, Programming, Stephanie Toelle, Tracy Akers Williams, U.S. Department Of Agriculture, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida

Back To School Money Saving Tips!

by Jenny Rodriguez
August 1, 2025

As the summer winds down, many families feel the pressure of the back-to-school shopping list. For some, it’s an exciting time of new beginnings, but for others, it can be a stressful financial burden. The state’s new month-long sales tax ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Back To School Savings, Money Management, Ocextension, Orange County, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Serie de ahorros para el consumidor: más formas de reducir los costos en la compra de los útiles escolares

by Luz Bahder
July 31, 2025

Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para el Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. Acerca de esta serie Las repercusiones de la pandemia de COVID-19, que ya lleva varios años, continúan afectando ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Ahorro, Ayuda, Cash-back, Colegio, Comprar, Compras, Consumidor, Cupones, Dinero, Docentes, Encargados, Escuela, Español, Exención De Impuestos Sobre Las Ventas, Finanzas, Guardianes, Impuestos, Jenny Rodriguez, Maestros, Maneras De Ahorrar, Padres, Precio, Presupuesto, Profesores, Reembolso, Regreso A Clases, Serie De Ahorros Para El Consumidor, Spanish, útiles

St. Lucie County Back-to-School: 5 Budget-Friendly Tips

by Josey Keener
July 25, 2025

The last week of July is upon us. Back-to-school season can be stressful for some families. Budgets are tight, prices are rising, and the school supply list feels longer than ever. Below are five tips to consider or complete as the new school ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters
Tags: Back To School, Josey Pearce Keener, Save Money, School, St. Lucie

Smart Travel: How to Keep Your Devices Safe on the Go

by Alicia Betancourt
July 15, 2025

When you’re packing for a trip, your phone, tablet, or laptop are probably right next to your toothbrush. But while you’re thinking about sunscreen and snacks, hackers are thinking about the wide-open digital doors that come with travelers ... READ MORE

Category: , Home Management, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Bluetooth Security, Data Protection, Device Safety, Juice Jacking, Mobile Travel Tips, Offloading Apps, Public Wi-Fi, Tech Safety On Vacation, Travel Cybersecurity

New Tax Deduction for Auto Loan Interest

by Lisa Leslie
July 9, 2025

The new tax legislation signed on July 4, 2025, introduces a temporary federal income tax deduction for interest paid on auto loans for new vehicles purchased between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. What Qualifies? Eligible vehicles ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Auto Loan, Federal Income Tax, Tax Deduction

National Homeownership Month – June 2025

by Josey Keener
June 30, 2025

If you follow UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County on social media, you had the opportunity to participate in our “Think Fast Fridays” series showcasing homeownership. June is National Homeownership Month, and we focused on various facts. ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters
Tags: Financial Education, First Time Homebuyer, Josey Pearce Keener, Think Fast Fridays, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

Free Weekly Credit Reports: What You Need to Know

by Lisa Leslie
June 27, 2025

Official Site Did you know you can access your credit reports for free every week? The three major credit reporting agencies—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—offer this service through a single, website: www.annualcreditreport.com ⚠️ ... READ MORE

Category: , Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Credit, Credit History, Credit Reports, Credit Score

PowerPay Debt Analysis Tool: Make a Plan to Pay Off Debt

by Lisa Leslie
June 27, 2025

PowerPay Debt Analysis Tool: Make a Plan to Pay Off Debt If you're looking for a reliable, no-cost way to take control of your debt, the PowerPay tool is a fantastic resource. Developed by faculty at Utah State University, PowerPay is ... READ MORE

Category: , Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Credit, Debt Collection, Debt Management

Identity Theft in Kids

by Shari Bresin
June 13, 2025

Children are highly vulnerable to identity theft, with cases involving youth on the rise. According to the Federal Trade Commission, identity theft of minors increased by 40% over recent years, with about 1 out of 50 kids in the US each year ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Credit Report, Identity Theft, Minors

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