Finance

As the prices of just about everything go up, more people are falling through the cracks and need of a hand-up. WEMU's David Fair looks at efforts to help some of our neighbors achieve financial stability with Pam Maddox, a financial counselor at the Washtenaw County Financial Empowerment Center. She joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss helping people through the worst of times and moving toward stable ground.

The future of Concordia University Ann Arbor could be decided today as the school's Board of Regents meet to discuss its financial situation. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

As officials for the City of Ypsilanti works on its next budget, concerns are being raised regarding its fund balance account. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The new major, within the Bachelors in Business Administration, keys in on finance planning and wealth management. WEMU's Taylor Bowie has more.

There is just one week to go before the April 15th tax deadline hits. Qualified Washtenaw County residents can access free tax preparation assistance from trained professionals. The amount of credits and refunds some are receiving are proving to be life changing. Megan Thibus from the United Way for Southeastern Michigan discusses the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in a conversation with WEMU's David Fair.

A bill to cap payday lending fees at 36% annual interest is heading to the Michigan House after passing the state Senate Thursday. We get more from Colin Jackson.

Ann Arbor’s revenue numbers are looking for the upcoming fiscal year, but city officials say some problems may be on the horizon. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Financially troubled Concordia University in Ann Arbor will continue to operate at least through the 2024-25 school year as officials consider having the school operate independently from the Wisconsin campus. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Concordia University in Ann Arbor is facing financial problems that will likely lead to cutbacks of staff and programs. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Having a financial plan in place can make a real difference in achieving life goals. Money management can be stressful and emotional. That’s where Eboney Byrne comes in. She is the founder of Liberty Financial Services in Ypsilanti, and she makes it a mission to meet people where they are and deal with the emotions of personal finance in order to find the plan for the future that works. Learn about the difference Eboney is making for people and organizations in Ypsilanti in today's "On the Ground Ypsi" with Concentrate Media's Rylee Barnsdale.