Financial Education Looking for all Freddie Mac blog posts about financial education? You'll find them here. Improve Your Financial Health by Managing Debts and Expenses Learn more about prioritizing different types of debts and expenses. Learn more 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. Learn more 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. Learn more 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. Learn more Are You Financially Prepared for an Emergency? Preparing for financial emergencies can provide stability for your family when it is needed the most. Learn more How to Start Building Your Credit History If you don't have a credit history, there are a number of strategies you can apply to build good credit. Learn more 10 Tips for Managing Money in the Military Military personnel and their families can encounter unique circumstances when it comes to managing money and planning for what comes next. Learn more Why Credit Matters: Unlock the Full Potential of Your Personal Finances Good credit can affect many aspects of your life. Learn more about why your credit score matters. Learn more Get Smart About Credit: Credit Basics Q&A Understanding what credit is, what affects credit and how credit is used can empower you take control of your financial health. Learn more Creating a Vision for Your Financial Future Learn how helpful tools like vision boards can help you reach your financial goals. Learn more 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. Learn more How Your Mindset Toward Money Affects Your Financial Decisions Learn how changing your perception of money can help set you up for financial success. Learn more