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Understanding Your Credit Score
A credit score is an assessment of your creditworthiness. Lenders use the credit score to determine whether or not to lend to you, what the interest rate will be on the loan, and other terms that impact the cost of credit for the consumer.
Predatory Lending & Alternative Financial Services
Predatory lending is an action that targets consumers who are in a vulnerable financial situation in which money is needed quickly to take care of a financial emergency.
Keeping Your Financial Records Secure
When a family emergency or disaster occurs, having quick access to important financial documents is essential.
Planning for Retirement
No matter what your age or when you plan to retire, now is the time to begin saving for retirement. Learn. some tips to help you become more financially secure as you prepare for retirement.
Retirement Saving Strategies
Since people are living longer than ever, retirement savings need to last longer and work harder. It is more important than ever to make smart financial decisions.
Communication: Importance of Social Support in Agriculture
Maintaining open communication and seeking social support can help producers get through difficult times.
Student Loan TIPS (Texting Intervention Program)
According to U.S. Department of Education data, 30% of federal student loans were in deferment and forbearance while 7% were in default (Cho, Johnson, Kiss, O’Neill, Mountain, & Gutter, 2016).
Saving and Investing: Tools and Calculators
Both saving and investing are important parts of your financial life and there are distinct differences between the two.
Saving for Large Purchases
Large purchases involve setting goals, making plans and following a strategy to keep your savings plan on pace.
Teaching Children About Money
Children are not born with “money sense.” However, parents can help children understand money matters by letting them take part in regular discussions about using family income.