When people become educated about financial management, they become empowered to live a better life. UGA Extension's basic financial capability programs are designed to help consumers plan their spending to meet their needs, wants and goals today and in the future.
UGA Extension also offers programs to help consumers improve credit scores, get out of debt and rebuild credit after bankruptcy. Preventive education helps consumers use credit wisely and avoid problems before they start.
We provide resources to help people understand wealth accumulation, protection, and distribution, including estate planning, insurance and investing.
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Homebuyer Education Course Learn about the process of buying a home.
- Your Good Credit Series: Understanding Your Credit Score (C 1043-2) Learn what a credit score is and why it is important. This publication covers what is considered and average credit score and what factors influence your score.
- How to Get Out of Debt (C 1045) Learn about types of credit, how to assess your situation if you are in debt, and how to make power payments to get out of debt fast. Getting out of debt helps financial security and planning for the …
- The CARES Act: What Renters in Georgia Need to Know (TP 117) The combination of declining economic activity and job losses have put pressure on both homeowners and renters, whose physical and financial well-being have been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A…
- Making Ends Meet During COVID-19 (TP 115) Unprecedented financial challenges are impacting our nation, communities, and households. In addition to the information provided in the "When Your Income Drops" publication series, this publication w…
Websites
UGA-affiliated sites
Finances: Capability, Credit, and Planning Family and Consumer Sciences' Extension information related to finances.
UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences Learn more about the College of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Georgia.
External sites
Georgia Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs Information and advocacy for Georgia residents.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Governmental site that makes consumer complaint stories public.
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Flood Insurance Risk
UGA researchers find unrealistic expectations of disaster relief, politics may influence number of insured properties.
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Helping Georgians
Tax assistance program benefits thousands in Georgia.
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Pesticide trainings stay virtual
Using Pesticides Wisely offering 11 virtual sessions for 2021