By Chris O’Shea What you need to know about FICO scores A FICO score is a three-digit number used by lenders to determine your creditworthiness. FICO score is a version of a credit score. VantageScore is the other one that is widely used. If you are still curious about FICO scores, here are all of …
By Hannah Nagos, AVP/Business DevelopmentSouthwest Heritage Credit Union Creating good financial habits at an early age can be powerful! So join us during April as we celebrate National Credit Union Youth Month! This year’s theme is “Unleash the Power of Saving at Your Credit Union™.” At SWHCU, we have the tools to help you and …
By Jean ChatzkyWith reporting by Casandra Andrews Parents and mentors can assist in closing the financial literacy gap As a nation, we have work to do when it comes to teaching the next generation the ins and outs of personal finance. Only 25 states require high school students to take a financial education course before …
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