The deadline to apply for the Homestead Exemption for both new applicants and late applicants is Monday, June 2, 2014. According to Marion County Auditor, Joan Kasotis, an income restriction imposed by state lawmakers last year will limit who is eligible for the Homestead Exemption credit in the future. New rules governing the program will […]
Free Community Chat to Cover Retirement Finances
March 31, 2014 by
“Retirement: Making Your Money Last” is the topic of a Community Chat to be held at Kingston Residence of Marion on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 from Noon to 1:00p.m. There is a lot of financial advice on how to invest for retirement, but what should you do with the money you’ve accumulated in your 401(k), […]
PUCO and OEPA promote “Fix a Leak Week”
March 20, 2014 by
Household leaks can waste more than 1 trillion gallons of water annually nationwide. That’s equal to the annual household water use of more than 11 million homes. Together with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA), the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is promoting “Fix a Leak Week,” March 17–23, 2014. Fix a Leak Week […]
Ohioans Reminded that Flood Insurance is not Included in Standard Coverage
March 17, 2014 by
National Flood Safety Awareness Week is March 16-22, 2014 and Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is reminding Ohioans that financial protection against flood damage is not included in a standard homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy. Flood coverage has to be purchased separately and there is a 30-day waiting period before […]
PUCO: Know Your Rights When Hiring a Moving Company
March 11, 2014 by
Moving can be an exciting and yet stressful time. Understanding your rights as a consumer when it comes to your move can help make your moving experience a successful one. In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2014, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) would like to remind you that when hiring […]
Financial Peace Class Starting at Richland Road Church of Christ
March 5, 2014 by
Richland Road Church of Christ will be offering Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace Class beginning Monday, March 10, 2014 at 6:00 PM. Organizers say we all need a plan for our money and Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to […]
Ohioans Encouraged to Prepare for Volatile Spring Weather
March 3, 2014 by
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is asking Ohioans to take steps during 2014 Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week March 2-8 to ensure they are adequately protected during this volatile weather season, capable of producing flooding, thunderstorms, damaging winds and tornadoes. “Spring in Ohio can bring dangerous and damaging weather which is […]
Ohio AG Issues Auto-Title Loan Advisory
March 3, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is urging consumers to carefully consider the terms and conditions of auto-title loans. “Auto-title loans use a consumer’s vehicle title as collateral,” Attorney General DeWine said. “That means that if consumers fail to pay off the loans, they risk losing their vehicles. These loans also may involve higher costs than […]
Ohioans Advised to Become Informed to Avoid Insurance Scams
February 28, 2014 by
During National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2014, Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is reminding Ohioans about the importance of protecting themselves by becoming knowledgeable about insurance and learning how to detect fraudulent sales pitches and behavior. “The best defense against scams is to become informed,” Taylor said. “We have […]
PUCO Launches Website to Assist Ohio’s Energy Consumers
February 24, 2014 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Friday officially launched the new Energy Choice Ohio website, www.energychoice.ohio.gov, dedicated to consumer education regarding electric and natural gas choice in Ohio. The new website was developed specifically to be “the premier resource” for Ohio’s energy consumers seeking information and offer comparisons regarding electric and natural gas supplier […]
