MSU Extension's goal is that every Michigan resident has the opportunity to participate in personal finance and home ownership education. We educate a diverse audience regardless of their financial status. MSU Extension has certified housing and money management counselors that deliver trusted, unbiased education that is easy to understand and can demystify common money and home ownership best practices. Our university programs and resources help Michigan residents navigate the financial life of themselves and their families.
Along with our core programs, MSU Extension can offer one-time presentations that target emerging issues within our communities. Current presentations include:
- The Rent Smart program covers the financial preparation, basic rental process, and continual good tenant conduct.
- "Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?" explores the practical considerations as well as helps families understand the sensitivity, consequences and conflicts surrounding the passing on of personal possessions.
Impact of our programs for Michigan residents
2021 Financial and Homeownership Education Impacts
MSU Extension has expert educators located across the state that help Michigan residents in all aspects of money management.
2020 Financial Education Impacts
Educators reached class participants in 48 counties throughout Michigan and had several out of state attendees planning on moving to Michigan.
2020 Financial Capability and Foreclosure Program Impacts
MSU Extension has expert educators located across the state that help Michigan residents in all aspects of money management.
Working to Keep Michigan Families in their Homes
Members of MSU Extension’s Financial and Homeownership Education Team deliver free foreclosure prevention counseling services directly to Michigan residents.
Events
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Apr 12
Adulting 101 2024- Full Listing of Monthly Sessions
April 12, 2024 – November 19, 2024 Zoom
Are you ready to leave for college or be out on your own? Join us monthly on zoom to learn real life skills to help you successfully transition to living independently.
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May 9
Homeownership Education Webinar (MSHDA) - May 9, 2024
May 9, 2024 4:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom webinar
This homeownership seminar from MSU Extension will provide you with valuable information about the home buying process.
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May 10
How Much Home Can You Afford?
May 10, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom
Looking to buy a home? Learn how to calculate how much home you can afford based on your current income during this 30-minute lunch and learn event.
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May 16
Retirement Myths and Facts
May 16, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom
Thinking about what your future will look like? To reduce confusion about retirement it is important to separate fact from fiction.
News
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Sustainability speaker series: Paving the path to a greener future
Published on December 1, 2023
New speaker series offers opportunity to “lunch and learn” with a variety of sustainability topics. -
Helping Michigan homeowners stay in their homes after financial hardships from COVID-19
Published on September 7, 2023
MSU Extension financial and homeownership educators quickly moved to aid over 300 Michigan homeowners across 21 Michigan counties in applying for the Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund program. -
The newest pick-up line: What’s your credit score?
Published on June 15, 2023
Research has been found that examines the linkage between relationship status and personal credit scores. -
5 facts to know about mortgage insurance
Published on June 15, 2023
Add mortgage insurance to costs if your down payment is below 20 percent when buying a home.
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