Do you know that credit scores directly impact mortgage interest rates?  A mere difference of just 100 points could cost (or save!) you thousands of dollars.  It’s been a wild ride this past year (thanks COVID-19) for the mortgage industry.  Mortgage rates saw a...

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s to have a back-up plan for when the unexpected occurs.  Many people have one source of income from their full-time job.  But what happens if something beyond anyone’s control (i.e., a global pandemic with no end in sight) occurs...

It’s December and before you know it, you and your family will be gearing up to celebrate the winter holidays with your family and friends.  From hanging decorations to exchanging gifts and preparing traditional holiday meals, you’ll need to set aside a spending...

Repairing your credit to be able to purchase a home can be a big, daunting task. Although the biggest credit repair strategy, (paying down your debt) falls on you, there are reputable credit repair services, such as Improve Credit, available to you that are ready to...

If you’re in the market for a new car, house or another large expense, you are probably familiar with the term “FICO score.” Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) was established thirty years ago and is the industry-standard for scoring creditworthiness. FICO scores are used...