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If your State is Canceling Federal Unemployment: Use These 3 Tips

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Across the country, states are beginning to opt-out of the federal unemployment benefits that have been helping families nationwide during the pandemic. In order to close the financial gap that impact many lives – specifically people of color, here are three ways to financially prepare: Inquire with local organizations about any remaining pandemic relief benefits …

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Promoting Credit Readiness Throughout The Community

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It’s always exciting and an honor to hear from leaders that use their voice to encourage and implement programming for those that have not been educated on topics that should be introduced to everyone, such as financial wellness and credit education. Teddy McDaniel III, President and CEO of the Urban League of Central Carolinas, Inc. …

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Getting Your Teen’s FICO Score Ready, Before They Head Off To College by Magali Courbage

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I am an official brand ambassador for FICO. While I receive compensation for my participation as a brand ambassador, opinions are mine. Personal finance is very “personal.” It’s always a breath of fresh air when we receive a nod that we’re on the right path when others are transparent in sharing their financial journeys. We’re …

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Down, But Not Out by Gigi Ligons

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I am an official brand ambassador for FICO. While I receive compensation for my participation as a brand ambassador, opinions are mine. Personal finance is very “personal.” It’s always a breath of fresh air when we receive a nod that we’re on the right path when others are transparent in sharing their financial journeys. We’re …

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Obtain your FICO Scores directly from an authorized FICO Score retailer

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I am an official brand ambassador for FICO. While I receive compensation for my participation as a brand ambassador, opinions are mine. There are many things that you can utilize your bank for. Hint: Gaining access to your FICO® Score for FREE. For those that may not already be aware, FICO Scores are used during …

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5 Must Do’s for Financial Literacy Month

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I know what you’re thinking; what is financial literacy and why is this important? Financial literacy is the education and the understanding of all topics relating to finance – saving, investing, spending and saving money. Here’s a quick list of tips that can help you no matter where you are on your financial journey. Budgeting …

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FICO: Score A Better Future Roadshow, Atlanta GA

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I am an official brand ambassador for FICO. While I receive compensation for my participation as a brand ambassador, opinions are mine. A few weeks back, I had the honor of joining FICO for a stop during their Score a Better Future Roadshow in Atlanta, Georgia. The Score a Better Future Atlanta event was a …

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