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| 2056 - Securing Financial Stability (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 93 |
Number of those who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 93 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge on how to manage/address current economic events facing myself (as an individual), my family, business or farming operation |
| 2056.3) | 44 |
Number of those who reported being better able to recognize employment opportunities in today’s workforce |
| 2056.4) | 93 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and debt) |
| 2056.5) | 0 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help me set future goals |
| 2056.6) | 0 |
Number who reported increased or maintaining savings or a long term investment/financial plan |
| 2056.7) | 0 |
Number of those who made informed financial decisions regarding their business/farming operation |
| 2056.8) | 12 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.9) | 0 |
Number of those reporting that their county/community has enhanced its local economic base by creating new or improving existing small businesses |
| 2056.10) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported that their county/community has implemented strategies to promote vibrant downtowns |
| 2056.11) | 0 |
Number of those reporting that their county/community has become more successful at diversifying its economic base including manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and the service sector |
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Securing Financial Stability (general)
Holidays are often an exciting time of the year. However, the holidays can also represent added stress due to holiday spending. Many individuals, families and households neglect budgeting for holiday spending. To assist individuals in understanding and responding to financial stress resulting from holiday expenses, the Quicksand Area Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agents hosted The Quicksand Area Holiday Road Show- Managing Holiday Expenses: How to Reduce Spending to
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Securing Financial Stability (general)
In the event of a natural disaster, many families know to have supplies on hand for shelter-in-place and a safe exit strategy for evacuations. In addition, it may help to prepare financially. Once the emergency passes, having your identification documents, policies, bank account information, and other household records and contacts will assist in the recovery process. Building an emergency savings is also important. According to Federal Emergency Management Agency and Operation HOPE, Inc., studi
