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Saving versus investing: What’s the difference?
Published on February 6, 2012
Though “saving” and “investing” are often used interchangeably, they are quite different activities that should be utilized in achieving different goals. -
How to select a financial services provider
Published on February 4, 2012
Consumers can protect their investment dollars by learning how to select the right financial service provider. -
Firewise program helps save lives and reduce property loss
Published on February 4, 2012
Michigan State University Extension’s Michigan Firewise Communities Project is part of a national effort to educate homeowners and local officials about the risk of wildfires and steps they can take to protect lives and property. -
Why women need to save more for retirement
Published on February 4, 2012
Longer life spans mean women need to save even more for retirement -
Free trials aren’t always free
Published on February 4, 2012
Trying before you buy might seem like a no-brainer. But what starts as a free trial might end up costing real money. -
How generational poverty affects the management of money
Published on February 4, 2012
There are common characteristics of individuals who come from a culture of generational poverty, and those characteristics can affect the management of their money. -
Finding dollars to save makes sense
Published on February 4, 2012
Three ways to generate for future goals and emergency funds -
Using credit history as a hiring tool makes no sense
Published on February 4, 2012
No research shows any relationship between a person's credit report and their job performance or likelihood to commit fraud.