It's Money Smart Week! Join us for a free course of the FDIC Money Smart Educational Program, taught by Tim Powell from PNC Bank.
By the end of this course, participants will understand how to read a credit report and how to build and repair their credit history. To achieve this objective, the participants will be able to:
Define credit.
Explain why credit is important.
Describe the purpose of a credit report and how it is used.
Order a copy of their credit report.
Read and analyze their credit report to determine if they are ready to apply for credit.
Differentiate between “good” and “bad” credit.
Describe the implications of “good” and “bad” credit scores.
Identify ways to build and repair your credit history.
Recognize how to correct errors on your credit report.
Recognize how to guard against identity theft.
For information on other courses, visit the FDIC website.
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