UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County invites you to attend these upcoming webinars. All are 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST, Cost = Free January 8, Managing Credit Card Debt: We will discuss options for dealing with credit card debt and ... READ MORE
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Credit cards can be convenient tools that cost nothing, provide purchasing discounts, and boost a credit score. However, they can also lead to racking up debt, paying extra for every purchase, and diminishing a credit score. Like all tools, ... READ MORE
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Eliminating expensive credit card debt means more money to improve quality of life and less toward interest payments. It can also bring stress relief. Below are some debt management strategies and considerations. DIY Cash Flow Management: ... READ MORE
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Until recently, the three major credit bureaus – Equifax, Experian & TransUnion- tracked and treated medical debt collection very similar to other types of collections. If a consumer does not pay a debt, the creditor can sell the unpaid ... READ MORE
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Free One-on-One Financial Guidance UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County provides free one-on-one help with basic personal finance topics. We have Florida Master Money Mentors who can help you develop a strategy to reach your financial goals. ... READ MORE
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Most people don't know or care about their credit score until they need to make a large purchase and apply for financing. But, did you know that a good credit score can save you money through lower insurance premiums and lower interest rates? If ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeAre you struggling to pay your mortgage because of the coronavirus pandemic? Read on for information on what to do and options for relief. First, assess your situation Pay your mortgage, if you can. Mortgage servicers are overwhelmed with ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, , Work & LifeOver the last week several of my friends and family members have been laid off of work due to COVID-19. While no one wants to experience a loss of income, there are several things you can do to help protect yourself and your family financially. What ... READ MORE
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Credit Impact: Credit Scores & Consumer Loans Workshop When: February 26, 2020, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: Lee Davis Community Center, 3402 North 22nd Street, Tampa, FL 33605 Registration required: https://credfeb26.eventbrite.com Registration ... READ MORE
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Utah State University’s PowerPay is a powerful debt elimination software program. Developed by university faculty, the goal is to help people make a plan to pay off debt. The program is free and site user information is not sold or shared ... READ MORE
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