Financial Education

Looking for all Freddie Mac blog posts about financial education? You'll find them here.

Cap, Gown and Credit: Credit Basics for New Grads

If you're a recent college graduate, you've probably received a lot of advice about pursuing your passions or finding a job — but probably not about building and maintaining your credit.

The 5 Factors that Make Up Your Credit Score

Take a close look at the factors that make up your FICO® credit score and the importance of each to your score.

Building Blocks to Wealth: Constructing a Stable Financial Future for Your Family

Building and managing your wealth is a lifelong process that can have major implications for you and your family.

Creating a Vision for Your Financial Future

Learn how helpful tools like vision boards can help you reach your financial goals.

Why Credit Matters: Unlock the Full Potential of Your Personal Finances

Good credit is critical to your overall financial health and can impact many other aspects of your life.

3 Things Military Personnel and Veterans Need to Know About Their Finances

Learn more about steps you can take to ensure financial stability for you and your family.

How to Improve a Damaged Credit Score

There are steps you can take to improve your credit score and strengthen your personal finances.

Improve Your Financial Health by Managing Debts and Expenses

Learn more about prioritizing different types of debts and expenses.

Basic Training: Empowering Veterans with Financial Education

Learn how Soldier On is using CreditSmart to help unhoused veterans improve their financial situations and secure reliable housing.

How to Set and Preserve Financial Goals

By creating and maintaining a plan to achieve your financial goals, you can ensure you remain on track over time.

How Planning Your Estate Can Help You Prepare for the Future

Planning your estate can help you preserve your wealth by transferring your assets to your children or other beneficiaries.

Are You Financially Prepared for an Emergency?

Preparing for financial emergencies can provide stability for your family when it is needed the most.

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