Money 101

Adulting Hack: Understanding Your Credit Score

Credit Scores 101: What They Are and Why They Matter

Lenders use credit scores to decide whether to approve loans or credit, and the interest rates you’ll pay. A higher score usually means better terms and lower rates, while a lower score could make borrowing more expensive. Building and maintaining a good credit score is important for your financial future. Click the link below to learn more and see why it matters:

What is a Credit Score? – Maine Credit Unions

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Family Talk: Money Matters

Having regular conversations with your family about money can boost their comfort level with money matters. 
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Budgeting Basics

Budgeting is all about planning out spending and saving, and tracking it to see how you are doing. In a budget, typically spending and saving levels are managed relative to the income you have coming in. As you grow older, managing a budget can get more complicated as there are many things to consider.