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Homeowner’s Insurance: Getting the coverage you need in changing times
Have you noticed more hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and other extreme weather events in many parts of the country in recent years? So have insurance providers. They’ve responded by raising premiums and in some cases stopping coverage all together. How can you protect your home–for many of us our largest asset–in the event of damage or […]
Everyday Readiness: Build Your Go Bag, Car Kit, and Stay Bin
While no one wants to think about disasters, odds are you might one day be faced with something unexpected–a flood,wildfire, hurricane, landslide, or tornado–that forces you to either evacuate your home or to stay there for an extended period of time. Being prepared for the unexpected can give you peace of mind. Emergency Kits and […]
Keep Your Financial Information Safe After a Disaster
In the aftermath of a natural disaster (or disaster of any kind), things can be chaotic. ATMs may not be working, phone lines and Internet might be down and businesses that you need to contact may not be staffed. It’s important to think ahead about how you will keep your money and your personal financial […]
Renters Insurance
Renters insurance protects you, the renter when your belongings are stolen or damaged due to fire, flooding, or other events listed in the insurance policy. Renters insurance does not cover the structure where you live; this is covered by the landlord’s insurance policy. Renters insurance pays you for losses up to limits of the policy. […]
Bonus Issue 3: Planning and Money
One important part of learning about money is planning. When we talk about planning, there are four main things to think about: What Children Can Do Recommended Children’s Books Below are just a few of the children’s books that have a financial lesson. Some libraries may even have a parent guide that will be given […]
Bonus Issue 2: Ways to Use Money
One important part of learning about finances is money. When we talk about money, there are four main things to think about: Earning: People use their time and skills to get money. Paper money and coins have different values.Spending: You need money to buy things. These things have different prices. Money can be spent only […]
Bonus Issue 1: Money and Me
One important part of learning about money is me, or yourself. When we talk about ‘me’, there are four main things to think about: How Children Show… Recommended Children’s Books Below are just a few of the children’s books that have a financial lesson. Some libraries may even have a parent guide that will be […]
Money and Relationships–From Goals to Roles: How a Money-Smart Family Grows
Are you someone who tends to spend or save more often? Does your answer change when asking other people in your household? Differences in financial habits are common. Every person has unique experiences and beliefs with money. There is no right or wrong answer, but what matters is communicating kindly and honestly with your loved […]
Rebuilding Your Credit
Whether you have gone through a divorce, bankruptcy, or had to borrow money via credit cards or loans to make ends meet, rebuilding your credit is possible. It may seem like a big job and feel like a slow process because there is no “quick fix” or “magic bullet.” If you are willing to create […]
Paying for Healthcare: Managing Your Health Care Expenses
Health insurance is a way to help protect you from high medical costs and gives you access to important services that help keep you healthy. Nearly all health plans include preventive care, such as checkups, vaccines, and screenings, that are free. These services are designed to catch health problems early and save you money. However, […]