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Negative Credit Q and A

I taught bankruptcy education classes for eight years, and one of the most frequently asked questions by participants was how long a bankruptcy judgment would stay on their credit report. According to surveys conducted by the three credit reporting agencies (Experian, Equifax, and Transunion), the number one reason consumers call or visit their website is […]

WRITTEN BY: Donna Green, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County

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  • http://blog.equifax.com/credit/how-long-do-closed-accounts-stay-on-my-credit-report/

Are there options to help me avoid foreclosure?

There is no question that the possibility of facing foreclosure can be an overwhelming time for many homeowners.  That being said, it is important to understand that as a homeowner, you have the power to take steps to avoid foreclosure in many cases.  The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD, provides a […]

WRITTEN BY: Amanda Woods, Healthy Finances Program Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension

REVIEWED BY: Melanie Hart, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Greene County

Internet Behavioral Marketing

Technology has certainly streamlined the once time consuming process of researching products and checking prices before making a purchase. Shopping online and having purchases delivered to the front door has become the norm for many households. If you’re a savvy shopper, you know how to work the internet and you have the latest apps for […]

REVIEWED BY: Shannon Carter and Joanna Rini

Tired of Being Broke?

Maybe it is time to try what many Americans are trying…an all cash diet. Maybe living with credit cards has created problems that are just as hard as trying to keep a little cash in your wallet. Want to know how to go about it? Begin with an estimation of how much money comes into […]

Veggie Chips – Healthy and Delicious!

If you’re a fan of the crisp vegetable chips that have been featured in the high-end grocery stores, there’s good news.  Now you can make your own snack chips for a fraction of the cost.  These homemade versions are also trans fat-free and contain lower amounts of sodium than conventional versions found in supermarkets.  Here’s a primer […]

WRITTEN BY: Jennifer Even, Extension Educator, EFNEP/FCS, Hamilton County

REVIEWED BY: Barb Hennard, FCS Educator, Auglaize/Mercer Counties

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