by ghfcu | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you have struggled in the past, building your credit rating may sound like an insurmountable task. But it’s not. You can improve your credit score and your overall quality of life. A moderate or high credit score can significantly improve your ability to obtain car...
by ghfcu | Mar 12, 2020 | Credit Cards
If you are a young adult who has just begun to become financially independent, you may be wondering what the credit score ranges really mean. Following is a brief explanation of the numbers from two of the major credit scoring companies: FICO and VantageScore. The...
by ghfcu | Jun 3, 2019 | Money Management
The early summer months are the busiest times to purchase a home, which means you might be in the home buying market. In order to get the best deal, a high credit score is imperative. As described by the U.S. government website, “a credit score is a number that rates...
by ghfcu | May 23, 2019 | Fraud Protection
There are many reasons why you may need to dispute credit card charges, such as a business you used accidentally overcharging you or a scammer fraudulently buying tickets around the world in your name. The federal Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) protects consumers and...
by ghfcu | Apr 4, 2019 | Loans
If you’re buying a house and plan to obtain a home loan through our credit union and AmeriCU Mortgage, we think you’re making a wise decision. We’ll be here to help walk you through the loan process. The first few steps would be for you to obtain certain home loan...