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Homeowner’s Insurance: Getting the coverage you need in changing times

Have you noticed more extreme weather events in recent years? Learn how can you protect your home in the event of an unexpected natural disaster through home insurance coverage that fits your family's needs.

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Personal Financial Management During a Health Crisis

A health crisis can have both immediate and long-term impacts on our personal financial management. Take these steps to get control of your finances during a health crisis.

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What You Need to Know About Social Security for Retirement Planning

Social Security benefits are money you get from the government when you retire. You get them if you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for a certain amount of time.

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Health Insurance and the Marketplace

The Marketplace is a service operated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services where you can shop and enroll for health insurance. Learn what's covered in marketplace plans, how to enroll, and where you can get help.

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Shopping for Car Insurance

Does affordable car insurance mean the cheapest price, or does it mean getting the most for your money?

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Resources for Consumers Whose Income is Interrupted

An interruption in income can make a well-planned spending plan a useless financial tool. If you do not have a savings buffer to get you through an income interruption, there are resources available to get your spending plan back on track.

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What You Need To Know To Enroll in Health Insurance Through the Marketplace

The Health Insurance Marketplace allows consumers to complete a streamlined application to determine qualification for coverage under different health care plans. Learn some tips for getting started during the open enrollment period of November 1 through January 15.

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Wise Spending Habits

Does your paycheck run out before the end of the month? Do you spend more than you earn? Your wants may possibly be getting in the way of your needs. Priorities will need to be set to help manage money. Almost everyone can find some expenses to cut or reduce.

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Helpful Food & Shopping Tips During Unexpected Events

When faced with unexpected events, such as a health crisis or natural disaster, planning meals and grocery shopping often comes to mind along with questions: What should I plan to make? What groceries do I need?

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PowerPay: Debt Management Tool

PowerPay is a free debt management tool created by Utah State University Extension. It helps users calculate how long it will take a person to pay off debt with multiple different plans.