Joining financial forces can be wonderful for a relationship. It can simplify purchases, encourage financial openness, and add trust. However, what does it mean when your significant other has a less than stellar credit history? How will it impact your credit score? As the video states, your individual credit accounts cannot be impacted by your Read more about Credit Score and Marriage/Divorce[…]
It’s the ultimate catch 22 — you can’t get credit without credit history, but you can’t get credit history without credit! What’s a consumer to do?
If you ever plan on borrowing money in your lifetime, you’ll need to establish good credit. It takes several years to establish good credit, and 10 or more years to establish excellent credit. A good credit score also ensure you will receive the lowest interest rate possible on any loan. So here’s the skinny on how to get started. […]
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Expense tracking is a great way to discover where your money is going so that you can save more of it. Below are five benefits of tracking your expenses that will help you keep more of what you earn. […]
These apps will help you take charge of your finances, save more and make your money work for you! […]
Step 1 in becoming financially literate is learning how to save. Making saving a habit isn’t easy, but can it alleviate an incredible amount of stress. We hope these strategies will be helpful. […]
While every month is Financial Literacy month at MAK Financial, Congress has mandated April as Financial Literacy month for the rest of America. We’re committed to providing tips and education to keep your finances in check. We’re curious about how you’re doing…take our survey and we’ll compare your results with the national average.
Once you’ve gotten your free credit report (see our post), make sure it’s as clean as can be. Here are some tips on making sure your score is at its best. […]
Putting yourself in the best financial position possible will pay off when applying for a mortgage. Before you look for your dream home, you’ll need to have a strategy in place. Your mortgage broker can help put your financial ducks in a row, thus allowing you to get the best possible deal on a new Read more about Before You Buy or Refi…[…]
Lenders usually require anywhere from 3.5% to 20% down payment when you purchase a home. It’s not easy to save, but here are some smart strategies to help you reach your goal. […]
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