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American Financial Solutions Blog

Credit Score Comparison: Two Models

A peek into the difference between a Vantage credit score and a FICO credit score.

Your Credit Score Boost

You may have seen the ads, “Boost your FICO® credit score with Experian. Only Experian can raise your FICO® Score instantly.” FICO® is the most widely used credit score in lending and is the score you want to know if you are getting ready to borrow money for a home, a car or even to open a credit card. So how does Experian Boost work and does it work?

Becky House is NFCC Financial Educator of the Year

Becky House has been named the 2019 NFCC Financial Educator of the Year. House joined NFCC member American Financial Solutions (AFS) in 2001 as a credit counselor and has advanced to leading financial education programs locally and nationally for AFS and its partners.

Retirement Planning in Your 20's

Waiting too long to start planning your retirement can be a huge mistake. Here are some tips and facts to help you prepare.

Back to School Savings 2019

Tips for saving on back to school supplies, clothing, technology and more!

A True Tale of Two Debt Tacklers

One couple's small changes allow them to get out of debt in just 53 months.

What to Consider about Reverse Mortgages from the CFPB

This guide provides an overview of many key concepts of reverse mortgages or home equity conversion mortgages (HECM).

Saving Money in Seven Uncommon Ways (and Eight Common Ones)

We put together a list of ways to save, that go beyond the traditional advice of using coupons, don’t shop when you’re hungry and stop buying a cup of coffee. (Note: All these things can save you money. And we know you know it, too.) We hope that one or two of these suggestions will help you reach your financial goals!

Making Successful Rent-to-Own Decisions

Renting to own is tempting when you need something now and you don't have the savings or cash to purchase it. There are alternatives and if you are going to rent-to-own, there are some questions you will want to ask yourself, first.

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