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Farm Estate Planning Series: The First Place to Start
Disclaimer - The following is meant only for educational purposes and not to be construed as legal or tax advice.This article will help you...
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Stay cool and keep energy costs low
Trying to beat the summer heat while affording your utility bills can be challenging. According to the United States (U.S.)...
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Create a savings habit
Saving money can be a challenge for some people. Recently, with rising consumer costs, personal savings rates are just 3% of disposable personal...
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Planning Affordable Travel Experiences
As warmer weather approaches, thoughts often turn to travel and time away from daily routines. The challenge for many households is finding travel...
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Big topics for small business class offered
Being a small business owner can be challenging these days, with numerous decisions to be made. It can get overwhelming and time-consuming. The class, “Money Smart for Small Business,” is designed to help lighten the load of entrepreneurs in areas of great importance. University of...
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Connections across Extension programs lead to lasting impact
URBANA, Ill. — Establishing connections is essential for the expansion of Illinois Extension. Interdisciplinary work shows how collaboration across programs brings valuable knowledge to new audiences and builds lasting relationships. From teams that improve food access and eliminate food deserts...
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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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