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SDSU Extension offers new holistic farm planning program

June 17, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce a new farm planning program designed to provide a more complete look at what farm and ranch families need.

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52 Ways to Climate-Proof Your Finances

Fact sheet that offers 52 financial management strategies to implement or habits to develop that individuals and families can take to increase financial resilience and reduce potential financial burdens caused by climate change and extreme weather events.

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SDSU Extension to host Money Talk for Women

December 02, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension will host a virtual educational series to help women become more financially empowered.

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Your Money Your Goals On Demand

is a free self-paced online course that helps you learn about budgeting, credit, debt, and saving.

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Organize this! What to collect and why

Learn about the different categories of documents and information your power of attorney (POA) or personal representative might need to act on your behalf in the event of an emergency.

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SDSU Extension collaborates to offer free virtual financial and legal planning education

November 01, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension is offering a free virtual program to help adults over 40 organize their legal and financial documents.

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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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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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Flood Insurance

The higher amounts of snow this year will increase the chance of flooding and the potential water damage to homes and residential properties. Now is the time to consider purchasing a flood insurance policy.

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Strategies for Households

Fact sheet to help you have a more secure financial future.