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One of the most important things you can do to get ahead financially is learn how to establish credit and manage it wisely. It's essential that you understand how to use credit and how to maintain a good credit rating. The information you'll find in this section will help you do just that. If you any have questions, or would like to learn more about how to get started with credit or manage it properly, call or stop by the Credit Union today.

Score High With Your Credit - this will be going on your permanent record.

Credit: A Tool for Your Future - how its useful to you and what issuers are looking for.

Unlocking the Mysteries of Your Credit Report - what's it for, what's it do, what's on it?

Do you really need to use that card? - quick questions to ask yourself.

Interest Working Against You - it will take how many years to pay off the balance if I only make minimum payments?!

Interest Working For You - Invest money instead of using credit and see how much your money can grow.

Credit - Let's Be Smart
By Janelle Lyons

Credit: Your Financial Report Card
By: Rob Matthews

The Green Disguise
By Mackenzie Hudson

First Steps Toward Good Credit
By Tiffany Linder

Freddie Mac CreditSmart
Building a good credit history takes time. It begins with that first credit card or loan and continues with every payment. Pay your debts on schedule, even pay off a debt or two, and you'll be well on your way to establishing good credit.

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