Cecil County Public Library - Adults

Recession Resources

Finding Help in Difficult Times
A variety of help services specifically for Maryland residents.

Book Resources:

Click here for a list of books that can help you with personal finance, budgeting, taxes, and much more.

On the Web:

66 Ways to Save Money
Easy tips from the federal government.
Making Home Affordable
Are you eligible to refinance your mortgage under this government plan?
Coupons.com
Printable grocery coupons
Maryland Hope
Programs to help struggling homeowners from the Maryland Department of Housing.
Bankrate.com
Free rate information on a range of financial products.
Consuming Interests
Blog highlighting a range of consumer interests.

Book Resources:

Click here to see a list of book resources about saving money at home with frugal tips, low-cost recipes, and more.

On the web:

Tax Incentives Assistance
Details on government tax incentives for home improvements.
County Resource Guides
Details energy assistance programs for every county in Maryland.
Auto Repair Reference Center
A searchable database of step-by-step directions on how to repair your vehicle yourself.
Doityourself.com
Help in tackling home repair projects all over the house.
Energy Savers
Energy saving blog from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The Dollar Stretcher
Advice on frugal living, from gardening to having a "bad-credit boyfriend".

Book Resources:

Click here to see a list of great books to help with resumes, job searching, interviews, small business and more.

On the web:

Job Search Smart
A list of job search sites from Cecil County Public Library's Job Searching program.
Looking for a Job? Start Here
An online guide from the State Library Resource Center.
How to Write a Resume
Resume tips and samples from the State Library Resource Center.
www.indeed.com
Customizable search engine that compiles job listings from major job boards, newspapers, associations and company career pages.
Cecil County Public Library Small Business Information Center
Resources to start or grow your own small business.

Available at many Cecil County Public Library branches.