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Your credit score and your credit report have major implications on your ability to buy a home or land your dream job. Unfortunately, there are some credit myths you may have heard that could be negatively impacting your credit.

April is Financial Literacy Month, and whether you’re just starting out on your own financially, or you could use a refresher of what sound money management practices are, it’s always beneficial to learn or better understand key money concepts to ensure you’re forming or practicing sound financia

Credit card debt is widespread among the average American household and finding ways to consolidate it usually means tapping into the equity in your home or seeking a personal loan to service the credit card payments.

With so many bills piling up in the mail, it can sometimes feel like you're in an overwhelming cycle of writing checks and filling out paperwork.

Most people set banking goals to save enough money to be able to afford the things they want and to establish a good credit rating.

Internet banking has forever changed the way we manage our money. Instead of having to call the bank, visit a local branch, or wait for a statement to arrive in the mail, we can now instantly access our account information online.

The winter doldrums are upon us – and while spring’s arrival is hard to envision amidst all the snow and ice, many are already beginning to fantasize about warm weather escapes and spring vacations.

Selling your home is a big step that requires some work beyond hiring a savvy real estate agent. There are steps that you can take to maximize the value of your home without making drastic repairs and improvements that cost thousands. Appearance is everything in selling your home.

Summer marks a great time for making home improvements. Whether it’s a remodel or you’re just making small fixes here and there, we’ve got some tips on how you can improve your home smartly and cost-effectively.

When you are contemplating doing some work on your property, you need to consider whether it will fall under the category of home repair or home improvement. This is a crucial distinction because home improvements are tax-deductible, whereas home repairs are not.

Your home is more than an investment, it's an asset. Over time, the value appreciates and the equity that builds can be leveraged for a home equity loan. If you've been considering building an addition, making repairs or even a major remodel, read on.

Ready to buy a house? Congratulations! That is a big, exciting step, especially if it's your first home. However, before you can choose the perfect property and start packing your bags, you need to secure a mortgage loan, and there is a lot you need to know about that process.