Credit Scoring Example
The impact of a financial mistake on credit varies from person to person. While each credit profile is unique, check out this credit score example to understand how late payments or other issues can affect credit.
Beware of Scams!
It’s tax season and this is the time of year that IRS scams and fraudulent tax filings are on the rise. At GreenPath, we want you to beware of scams. Here are some suggestions to avoid becoming a victim: Threat 1 An adversary calls or emails you and portrays him or herself as an employee with the IRS. Their purpose...
Making Smart Decisions About College
- April 3, 2017
- Category: College, Financial Education
There are many factors to consider when choosing a college, and the cost of college is one of them.
Tax Errors to Avoid
- April 1, 2017
- Category: Budgeting, Financial Education
You have filed your taxes and are counting the days until you receive your return. The tax code can be complicated, so here are some tax errors to avoid.
Credit Score Calculation
A FICO Credit Score Calculation is the standard used by most lending institutions in the U.S. There are five categories that make up the score.
Answers To Questions About Bankruptcy
- March 29, 2017
- Category: Bankruptcy, Blog, Debt
What is bankruptcy? We have answers to your questions and can help you understand what bankruptcy is and evaluate the pros and cons.
Lowering Your Electric Bill
Appliances account for about 33 percent of energy use in an average home. You can save money by using appliances more efficiently and knowing what to look for when purchasing new appliances. There are several steps you can take to help with lowering your electric bill. When shopping, keep in mind that every appliance...
Tax Saving Tips
Let's look at some tax saving tips that may help you save money on your taxes. Generally, the lower your taxable income, the less tax you will need to pay. Tax withholding exemptions. These will increase or decrease your take-home pay based on the number of withholdings you claim. You can change these exemptions by...
Scholarships and Alternative College Funding
- February 24, 2017
- Category: College, Financial Education
A scholarship is money for college that you do not have to repay. Scholarships are often provided by colleges for students who fit a particular profile.
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