Check Your Credit Report - Financial Fitness Plan

WHAT IS A CREDIT REPORT? A credit report is a comprehensive summary of a person’s credit. It is often used as the deciding factor in whether or not you will receive the

How Much Credit Do You Need?

Having lines of credit is an important aspect of your overall credit report, but can you have too much or too little?

Comparing Debit & Credit Cards

At first glance, a credit card and debit card appear almost identical. They’re the same shape & size; they both have a 16 digit card number, and a signature.

Common Mortgage Mistakes

For most of us, a home is the biggest purchase we will make in our lifetime. Because of this, it’s important to make sure you are making smart decisions throughout the

Common Credit Mistakes

APPLYING FOR SEVERAL CARDS Every time you apply for a new card, an inquiry into your credit takes place. These reviews can stay on your credit report for up to two

Credit Score Improvement Tips

We’ve all heard the term 'credit scores', but do you know what they mean? A credit score, also referred to as a FICO score, is a three-digit number that is generated by