FCS5-468: International Travel: What You Need to Know Before You Go

Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)

Individuals and families are planning leisure trips to destinations all over the world. Regardless of which international travel destination you choose, careful planning is a must. While planning an international trip may seem daunting, there are a few tips that you can follow to make sure that you have the best travel experience possible whether you are a novice or seasoned traveler.

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FCS5-471: Health and Travel

Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)

Getting sick on vacation is bad news. It has the potential to ruin the trip for everyone. Finding quality medical care while on vacation can be difficult as well. While you may not always be able to prevent illness when travelling, you can be adequately prepared to minimize your symptoms and to get back to reclining comfortably on the beach as soon as possible. Consider the following suggestions to prepare for the possibility of health complications while traveling.

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FCS5-469: Travel Arrangements

Alex Elswick, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer | Jul. 2, 2018 (New)

Going on a vacation is supposed to be a relaxing, stress free experience. Unfortunately, you cannot relax until you have made all of the arrangements for your vacation. Where will you go? How will you get there? How will you spend your time? Giving adequate forethought to get ready for your trip will make for a more enjoyable vacation. One option for consumers is to seek professional help from a travel agent or other travel professional.

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FCS5-467: Selecting a Major and Career for a Sound Financial Future

Bob Flashman | Nov. 29, 2017 (New)

Many students enter college not knowing what they want to study or what their career interests are. It is common for college freshmen and sophomores to have undeclared majors. Many students change their majors throughout their college career, and for a variety of reasons. It is not surprising that they might decide on a different career than they had in mind originally. Selecting your major is something to be passionate about. You also have to have the aptitude. When making your final decision, consider the economic value of your major. How much can you earn? Will you be able to live where you want? Will your education and internship opportunities lead where you want?

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FCS5-466: Don't Become a Victim of Educational Fraud and Student Debt

Bob Flashman | Nov. 29, 2017 (New)

Education is a stepping stone to greater opportunity in life. The more education and career training you have, the more you are likely to earn in your career. But education beyond high school is becoming increasingly expensive for students and families, and those who need it must find ways to pay. Each year, many students take out student loans in order to continue their education and prepare for good careers. They may, however, end up with overwhelming debt. This brings great financial strain, possibly for decades to come.

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FCS5-464: Downsizing Your Home: A Guide for Older Adults

Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson | Jul. 20, 2016 (New)

Downsizing to a smaller home has become a recent trend. Older adults in particular can benefit from such a move. Smaller homes typically require less maintenance and can result in significant savings for the homeowner because of lower utility bills, property taxes, and insurance. This publication will help you make decisions and plans for downsizing.

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FCS5-463: Investigating Your Health Insurance Options

Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson, Nicole Peritore | Dec. 10, 2015 (New)

Identifying healthcare wants and needs for you and your family is an important first step to finding a healthcare plan that will provide adequate healthcare coverage at a sufficient price. This publication will help you determine a health care plan that will best suit your needs.

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FCS5-462: Managing Holiday Expenses: How to Reduce Spending to Decrease Stress

Laura Frey, Jennifer Hunter | Jan. 26, 2015 (New)

This publication helps you plan for holiday expenses throughout the year and adopt new, lower-cost traditions to reduce the added stress and crunch on your wallet.

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FCS5-461: Evaluating Your Health Insurance Needs

Jennifer Hunter, Nicole Peritore | Apr. 29, 2014 (New)

Insurance provides financial security when the unexpected happens. Many people receive health insurance from their employers. People who are not working or are self-employed, retired, or who have too little or unaffordable coverage now have the opportunity to purchase health insurance through the Health Benefit Marketplace. Before purchasing health insurance, it may be helpful to spend some time considering what you need or want in a health insurance plan.

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FCS5-460: Savvy Sellers and Bargain Hunters: Basic Guidelines to Yard Sales and Consignment Shops

Jennifer Hunter | Nov. 11, 2013 (New)

This publication provides tips to be a successful seller or bargain hunter to help you maximize profits and savings.