Budgeting : article
COLUMBIA, Mo. - While record-high fuel prices may keep more Americans home this Memorial Day weekend, AAA estimates that at least 31 million Americans will still hit the highways.Motorists can use basic fuel-saving tips to take some of the sting out of soaring gas prices.
SHELBYVILLE, Mo. – ’Tis the season to be jolly. And in debt.
Plan your seasonal shopping purchases to avoid overspending, says University of Missouri Extension family financial education specialist Wendy Brumbaugh.
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Consumers may feel sticker shock when paying $4 to replace that burnt out 50-cent incandescent light bulb, but that pricey new bulb can last for years.
KIRKWOOD, Mo. – When holidays approach, many will face the daunting task of keeping up family traditions without breaking their budget.
Get expert advice on managing the financial impact of COVID-19, including budgeting, debt relief, and financial planning strategies.
COLUMBIA, Mo. -Families feeling financial stress can reduce holiday shopping anxiety through planning and by following a few basic tips, said a University of Missouri Extension personal finance specialist.Suzi McGarvey offers these suggestions for keeping holiday spending under control:
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – Evaluating the small purchases you make each day can be the key to accumulating wealth rather than living paycheck to paycheck. “The money that slips through our fingers from insignificant daily purchases can add up to big bucks over time,” said a University of Missouri…
The summer is almost here and that usually means families hit the road. But with high gas prices and a sluggish economy, many are having second thoughts about this year's vacation. Yet family fun doesn't have to break the bank. Learn how in this video news story.