Making financial decisions can be confusing and overwhelming, to the point that you do nothing to prepare for your financial future. But this Financial Literacy Month, we're helping you understand finance basics so you can make money decisions with confidence.
Step one is understanding your credit. Use these tools and resources to pull your credit report for free and understand how money decisions you make impact your credit.
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- Do you know how to request a free copy of your credit report? It's easy and safe at annualcreditreport.com.
- So you've pulled your credit report, now learn how to understand what's in it.
- Negative information in your credit report? Find out how long it stays there.
- If you find errors on your credit report, this letter can help you get it corrected.
- Credit counseling can help you manage money and pay bills. Find free or low-cost counseling.
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- What happens when you only make the minimum payments on your credit cards?
- Was that credit report really free? Find out how to get a report without hidden fees.
- You have rights when dealing with debt collectors. Know what they are.
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