Credit & Debt
How Credit Scores Actually Work
The five factors behind your score, what moves it fastest, and the myths that keep people from improving it.
Maya Okafor7 min read
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Wealth
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Will Price Mortgages the Same Whether Lenders Use FICO or VantageScore
The FHFA said Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will move to one pricing grid for mortgages scored with either Classic FICO or VantageScore 4.0, a change that adds competition to mortgage credit scoring.
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Wealth
How to Read Your Credit Report and Fix Errors, Step by Step
A plain-English guide to getting your free credit reports, understanding each section, spotting mistakes and disputing errors with the credit bureaus.
The Evergreen Edit5 min read
Wealth
Debt Snowball vs. Debt Avalanche: How to Choose a Debt Payoff Plan You'll Stick With
A plain-English guide to the two most popular debt payoff methods, how each one works, and how to pick the one that fits your money and your motivation.
The Evergreen Edit5 min read
Lifestyle
How to Teach Kids About Money at Every Age
Simple, age-by-age ideas to help kids learn saving, spending, giving and patience, from toddlers to teens heading out on their own.
The Evergreen Edit5 min read