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The extended mortgage forbearance programs created to help homeowners through the pandemic will soon begin ending. So what should impacted homeowners do to prepare for life after forbearance?
Divorce can change a lot and impact every area of your life. But what does it potentially mean for your credit? Here's what you need to know.
A debt consolidation loan can simplify your repayment and save you money, but how does it impact your credit score? Here's what you need to know.
When a credit card, utility bill, or other debt goes unpaid long enough, it may end up being “charged off” by the lender. What exactly does that mean, and what does it mean for you?
If you're a homeowner with equity, you have multiple ways to turn that equity into cash. Here are the top options, the risks involved, and which is right for you.
Raising kids alone isn’t easy. If you’ve recently separated or if you’re a long-time single parent who doesn’t earn enough to make ends meet, using credit cards might feel like the only way to cover your monthly expenses. But high-interest debt can create a vicious cycle of always playing catch-up and never being able to save. Here are some steps you can take to change the cycle.
It’s easier than ever to check your credit score. Your banks, credit union, credit card issuer, and a handful of online memberships sites all offer free access. However, while it generally doesn’t make sense to pay for something you can get for free, there are times when you might want to open your wallet.
If you still owe a lot of money on a major asset, such as a house or car, and it gets destroyed from a major natural disaster, will your insurance company pay for it? The short answer is that it depends on the type of natural disaster, and how much coverage you purchased. Here are all the important details you need to know.
If Uncle Sam is cutting you a tax refund check this year, what’s the best use of that small windfall? If you’re feeling paralyzed by the dizzying bounty of choices, here is a simple set of guidelines to help you decide how to make the absolute most of refund:
Most organizations try to prioritize employee wellness and understand that holistic employee benefits are important to prevent turnover. But unfortunately, most of us are missing a crucial ingredient: financial wellness. When it’s done correctly, organizational financial wellness options benefit both the employer and individual employees. Here’s why it’s important for your organization to prioritize employees’ financial wellbeing.
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    MMI is a longstanding member of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®), the nation’s largest nonprofit financial counseling organization. Founded in 1951, the NFCC’s mission is to promote financially responsible behavior and help member organizations like MMI deliver the highest-quality financial education and counseling services.