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A Quick Guide to Prioritizing Income and Expenses

Ten tips to help prioritize the budget income and expenses.

How to Get a Lower Interest Rate on a Loan

To help address high interest concerns, we’ve put together a list of some steps people can take to try and bring down rates on existing loans.

Interested in Living Rural? Check Out a USDA 502 Direct Home Loan

If you're considering homeownership in a rural area and think your options are limited due to income or savings, the USDA's Section 502 Direct Loan Program could be a game-changer for you.

Connecting Eligible Households to the Internet

High-speed internet service is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for everyone, everywhere. From doing homework to using telehealth, working remotely, connecting with family and friends and more, internet is needed for everyday life.

How Medical Debt Does and Does Not Impact Your Credit Report or Score

For many people, the announcement last year that the three major credit reporting agencies would remove paid medical debts from credit reports was a welcome relief. Medical bills and the confusion those bills and insurance cause, has led to many people owing debts they never planned for. Here is an update on the changes to credit reports, credit scores, and how to manage medical bills.

Protect Yourself from Financial Institution Fraud

A recent headline from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has alerted consumers that another financial institution has been fined for, “Illegally Exploiting Personal Data to Open Sham Accounts for Unsuspecting Customers.” This typically happens when financial institutions incentivize their employees to open new credit and loan accounts and to sell certain financial products. Find out how you can protect yourself.

American Financial Solutions Recognized with Awards of Excellence

On November 18, 2021 AFS received two National Awards of Excellence for their work in helping people improve their financial lives.

What the new CDC eviction moratorium means for you

If you or someone you know is facing eviction, and lives in an area where COVID-19 is rapidly spreading, review this information from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Resources and links to determine your counties current COVID status are in this article.

Missing Money; Subscriptions, Free Trials and Other Places to Check for Leaks

Sometimes in life routines can cause us to overlook areas of spending that are not necessary. However, neglecting these areas can cause a big dent in our budgets and stifle our best attempts to increase savings or bring a budget back on track. Here are some of the most overlooked areas of spending that could be impacting your finances.

Seven Things That Won't Affect Your Credit Score

It' s true that missing the due date on some of your bills will damage your credit score, but there are some financial transactions that don't have any effect, either good or bad.

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