Financial Health and Wellness
How do we go about making good decisions given the constraints we face? Especially when it feels like there is never enough time in the day, energy in the moment, or money in the month!
It can be hard to find trustworthy information when it comes to personal finances because so many financial services want us to buy their products. These webpages have research and evidenced-based information and resources that puts the priorities of Mississippi individuals and families first, helping you improve your financial health and wellness no matter your income or stage of life.
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April is Financial Literacy Month. What better time to take a good look at your budget? Photo by Adobe Stock/RomanR
Are you finding it harder to make ends meet? Many people are having to adjust their spending with rising prices on everything from groceries to gasoline. But even as prices rise, most families can find a little room in their budgets by taking a close look at where their money goes each month.
RAYMOND, Miss. -- Space heaters and fireplaces can help keep temperatures comfortable during cold weather. However, all types of heating equipment can be fire hazards if safety precautions are not taken. According to the National Fire Protection Association, home heating fires happen most often in December, January and February, accounting for almost half of all home heating fires.
It can be very overwhelming when you realize your information is in someone else’s hands. What can you do to prevent fraud?
Losing or having your personal information exposed is something that happens quite often in today’s society.
Success Stories
In Rolling Fork, the Mississippi town in Sharkey County devastated by a twister on March 24, 2023, despair was not an option.
