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Fistful of Money

Tough Financial Times

People can face tough financial times for any number of reasons. Below are seventeen practical guides that will assist you in getting through tough financial times. The guides address family finances, stress experienced, getting help, and helping children understand the changes.

Getting Help

Community Agencies That Can Help

Looking for a Job

Financial Decisions With Less

Keeping a Roof Overhead

Bartering

Meeting Your Insurance Needs

Deciding Which Bills to Pay First

Dealing With the Stress

Communicating Under Pressure

Controlling Stress

Identifying Sources of Support and Friendship

Figuring Out How to Do With Less

Stretching Your Food Dollar

Setting Spending Priorities

Strategies for Spending Less

Talking With Creditors

Making the Most of What You Have

Children and Tough Times

How You Can Help Mom or Dad

Deciding if Teens Should Work

Helping Children Cope