Do you find that your expenses are more than your income? There are steps you can take to develop a spending plan and move toward balancing your budget. There are different ways to track of your expenses. “The most important step is to write it down,” says J. Michael Collins, family and consumer economics specialist […]
Financial security is the goal for many Americans. Financial security is defined as an individual’s or family’s ability to meet short-term needs and to prepare for the future. The path to financial security requires accessible and accurate information, as well as financial competency in earning, spending, saving, borrowing, and protecting. The long run objective of […]
UW-Extension provides up-to-date information on eligibility and benefits, as well as links to tax forms, outreach materials, and more. Visit: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/eitc/ Taxpayers can get free help determining their eligibility and claiming the Earned Income Credit (EIC) in Wisconsin at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Credit for the Elderly (TCE) site that provides service to […]
Resources from University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension The following website has been developed to assist individuals and families experiencing a change in their personal financial situation. The resources shared have been designed to help people make sound financial choices in tough times. All materials are free for personal use. The website can be accessed at: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/ […]
