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Your Money, Your Goals Part 5- Wrap-up

In this blog series, we discussed the importance of knowing where your money goes (Part 1), the negative impact of getting behind on your bills, and needing to understand how much income is coming in and from where each month (Part 2). In Part 3, we considered how...

Your Money, Your Goals, Part 4- How do I respond to a debt collector?

When dealing with a debt collector, handling the situation responsibly and protecting your rights as a consumer is essential. Here are the steps you should follow: Stay Calm and Gather Information When you receive a call or letter from a debt collector, stay calm and...

Your Money, Your Goals Part 3- Debt getting in your way?  Get a handle on it.

What is debt? Debt is money you owe. Whether you took out a loan, used a credit card, or got behind on a bill payment, it’s debt.  When debt feels like a barrier to your goals, it can be hard to face, but it’s important to remember that you’re not in it...

Your Money, Your Goals Part 2- Behind on bills?

When bills are piling up, it's important to remember that you're still in control. The small steps you choose to take can lead to significant changes. We created this set of tools to fit your needs, whether short-term financial help, longer-term financial health, or...