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Learning about Credit

Learning about Credit

Because we’re committed to helping our members achieve financial independence and security, we’re providing you with this library of financial information so that you can make more informed financial decisions and achieve your goals. We encourage you to use these articles and resources to help you find answers to your financial questions.

Help manage your credit by learning how to make informed decisions.

A good credit report gives you more financial muscle
Advance-fee loan scams: Don’t fall victim to these false promise
Beware of credit repair scams
Credit counseling can help you deal with your debt
Establishing credit in 3 steps
Financial calculators provide quick answers for credit card users
How to choose the right credit card
How to dispute a credit card charge
Intro into credit cards
Reputation, not just rates, important when choosing a credit card
What to know about rent-to-own
When you should and shouldn’t purchase with plastic

Additional Resources

Online Financial Planning - Use this tool to create a personalized financial plan that will help you achieve your goals.
Credit Card application - for a credit card with our quick and simple online application.
Annualcreditreport.com - Request a free credit report once every 12 months from each of the nationwide consumer credit reporting companies: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.
Informational TransUnion video - Gain a better understand of the role credit plays in your life and how your own actions influence your credit standing.

Informational Podcasts

Adapting to the Changing Credit Climate (June 1, 2009)
Dealing with Serious Credit Card Debt (March 1, 2009)