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Read article: Tax time financial review and decisions
Tax time financial review and decisions
As the April 15 tax deadline has just passed, most people have filed their income tax returns. What are you planning to do with your tax refund or...
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Read article: Financial spring cleaning time
Financial spring cleaning time
As a new season begins and the weather starts to change, many people like to have a fresh start to spring with a seasonal cleaning. Whether you set...
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Read article: Deciding on debt: To borrow or not to borrow?
Deciding on debt: To borrow or not to borrow?
Borrowing money can be a big decision. Some large purchases like buying a home, a vehicle, or continuing your education may not be possible without...
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Read article: Is it better to ask for help or prepare your tax returns by yourself?
Is it better to ask for help or prepare your tax returns by yourself?
Every year people gather up all their tax documents, organize them and then think about their options: do their income tax filing themselves, pay...

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Lessons at the Library. A hand is reaching onto a shelf full of books.
Illinois Extension and local libraries partner for Lessons at the Library
RANTOUL AND CISSNA PARK, Ill – University of Illinois Extension is excited to bring its popular Lessons for Living series to local libraries. Lessons for Living is a free in-person series where people can learn valuable life lessons and get relevant, easy-to-understand tips for living an...
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Students learn career and financial skills with Illinois Extension and 4-H
GILMAN, Ill. — Nearly 200 students from Central, Donovan, Milford, Iroquois West, and Watseka high schools met at Iroquois West High School on September 20, 2023, for a Welcome to the Real World Simulation. The simulation is the culminating event of the Welcome to the Real World...
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Money Mentors hosting pop up mentoring
Do you need help with your personal finances? Do you have a question about your credit report or credit score? Illinois Extension Money Mentor volunteers are here to help! On the second Tuesday of each month, Money Mentors...

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