The Clear View

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Mar

Understanding Your Credit Score (Video)

There are also tons of myths about how you can harm or improve your own score.

Mar

Credit Union Women’s History: Louise McCarren Herring

In celebration of National Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we’re featuring a female credit union pioneer who played a huge role in founding and organizing U.S. credit unions.

Feb

How To Prepare a Business Plan

A formal business plan can be invaluable.

Jan

When Refinancing a Small Business Loan Makes Sense

If paying your lender is becoming a struggle, refinancing your small business loan may bring welcome relief.

Jan

The 2017 Fuel Economy Guide

Thanks to the internet, it’s a lot easier to do research on your purchases before handing over your card or applying for a loan.

Dec

Building a Credit Score From Scratch

Young adults starting out on their own often bump into a cold fact of financial life: Having no credit history can limit your options just as much as having bad credit does.