Resources for Hard Times – Finances and Money Management

U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Recovery.gov
A resource for the American people to find help to keep their homes, find jobs and protect their savings.

Federal Reserve Resources for Consumers
If you are having difficulty making your mortgage payment, one of the most important things you can do is seek assistance. The following resources provide information and links to agencies and organizations that may be able to help you.

Your Money: A Guide to Reaching Your Financial Goals
From the Timberland Regional Library in Washington State.

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure

Choose to Save
Financial security is one of the most important issues for most Americans. Whether it is putting kids through college, saving for an emergency, buying a house, or saving for retirement - having enough money for life's demands is among our biggest concerns. And yet, many Americans have not taken even the first steps toward a secure financial future. The Choose to Save® national public education and outreach program is dedicated to raising awareness about the need to plan and save for long-term personal financial security.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation. As more and more first-time investors turn to the markets to help secure their futures, pay for homes, and send children to college, the SEC’s  investor protection mission is more compelling than ever.

SmartAboutMoney.org
National Endowment for Financial Education, a nonprofit foundation dedicated to helping people make sound financial decisions throughout life’s ups and downs. Includes practical articles, worksheets, tips and valuable resources from across the Web to help you understand and manage your money.

Source:  Office of the Washington Secretary of State, Olympia WA