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Managing Money in Tough Times
During tough economic times, more people are concerned about their financial future. Many University of Maryland faculty and staff experience financial challenges. This website lists resources that can help people handle any further financial crunch. These resources can help you and your family adapt to tough economic times.
Fact Sheets and Reading Materials
- Facing a Furlough? Develop a Plan
- Sizing Up Your Financial Situation
- Having a Spending Plan is Critical
- Controlling Spending
- Making the Most of What You Have
- Deciding Which Bills to Pay First
- Keep Lines of Communication Open
- Debt Management in Tough Times
- Keeping a Roof Overhead
- Freeing Up Money from Services
- Stretching Your Food Dollar
- Tips for Teens: How to Contribute to Family Needs During Tough Times
Financial Classes on College Park Campus
Coming Soon in December. Please Jinhee Kim, Ph.D. (jinkim@umd.edu) for more information about class opportunities on campus.
Free Financial Counseling (off campus)
MARYLANDMONEY HELPLINE: Free Financial Counseling
Money is stressful...but now there is help! Call: 1-877-254-1097
Provided by Maryland Cash, Consumer Credit Counseling Service, and the Baltimore CASH Campaign.
For more information, contact Jinhee Kim
Last updated: 09/9/2009
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