Managing Credit & Debt Save more for the future. Getting and Staying Out of Debt The more you know about credit and how to manage it, the easier it is.

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Managing Credit & Debt Save more for the future

Getting and Staying Out of Debt The more you know about credit and how to manage it, the easier it is to stay out of debt.

TransUnion Equifax Experian Knowing the Score

Pay at least the minimum due on time every month The fewer accounts, the better Don’t spend income now that you hope to make later Avoid transferring balances unless you’re getting a better interest rate Notify creditors when you move Eliminate all but two credit cards Good Credit is a Credit to You

Delinquent credit card account Maxed-out credit limits Cash advances to pay bills Pay minimum amount on credit cards Debt Red Flags

If you owe $1,000 at 16.35% interest and pay $25 per month, your total bill will amount to $1,425. That’s your original debt, plus interest, over a period of nearly 5 years (57 months). Live within Your Means $1,000 Total = $1,425 + $425 Original Debt 16.35% Interest Source: Bankrate.com

Pay off the card with the highest interest rate first Know the APR of each card Shop around for the best rate Consolidate debt on lowest-rate card Fully Understand Your Credit Cards

Paying Off Credit Cards Advantage to Paying Off Credit Card Debt Credit Card Credit Card Balance Interest Rate Minimum Monthly Payments Months to Payoff Monthly Payment Months to Payoff Card 1$3,0009$50 79 $10034 Card 24, Card 35, TOTAL$12,000 $225$450 TOTAL PAID $18,950$13,800 Source: Bankrate.com

Keep a cash reserve for unexpected events and purchases Have enough for 3-6 months of living expenses Keep it liquid Build a Cash Reserve

Understand your spending patterns Change and improve to meet goals Decide where to cut – prioritize Stick to your budget Create a Realistic Budget

Live within your means Material goods can depreciate; investments have the potential to appreciate Save your next raise or bonus Refinance your mortgage Spend Less, Save More

Maintain motor vehicles and drive them as long as possible Use coupons, take advantage of sales and discounts and buy in bulk Consider local vacations Avoid impulse buying and shopping from catalogs Make your own coffee and meals Cut out premium cable channels and extra telephone features Ways to Save

Experienced and knowledgeable One-on-one consultation Periodic reviews Stay on track Include your tax and legal advisors Professional Guidance

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