Financial Education Center
Get answers to common financial questions and dive deeper into topics like personal finances, mortgages, online safety, and more.

What’s that mean? Explaining mortgage lending terms
There are many terms you may only hear when you are buying a house or applying for a mortgage loan. Most people don’t buy houses often, so it’s understandable if you don’t know all of the specific ter ...

How to improve your credit — and why it’s important
A credit report is the historical record of your credit. All your borrowing and payment transactions are recorded in your credit history. Five factors make up your final credit score. Payment hi ...

10 things teens should know about money before they leave home
One of the most important lessons parents can demonstrate and teach their children is smart money management. When we talk to our kids about basic financial principles, we are helping them avoid possi ...

How to set a budget for your new home
Whether you are purchasing a home for the first time or selling your current home to buy something new, budget should be one of your first considerations. Working with a trusted lender can help you de ...

Tips to Prepare for Tax Filing Season
Here are three tips to prepare for tax filing season. Start early Start gathering documents, receipts, and information you will need now. A good strategy is to keep a folder just for taxes where ...