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It wasn’t until we were both working full time and still not making a dent in our monthly expenses that we had to sit back and take a good look at the reality of the situation. The reality was that we owed a lot of money.

When it comes to boosting your FICO credit scores there are a variety of strategies that will yield varying amounts of improvement.

The National Foundation for Credit Counselings (NFCC) July online poll revealed that 64 percent of Americans would utilize a source other than their savings account to satisfy a $1,000 unplanned expense.

Rapid rescoring allows consumers to access their most up-to-date credit data, potentially bringing up their score in the process. But how does it work and when do you need it?

Working with a pawn shop can be a good deal for both the seller and the buyer, but not always. If you're interested in buying from or selling to a pawn shop, be sure to keep these tips in mind before completing the transaction.

There is no arguing the cost of a college education - it is an expensive investment. Is it worth it?

Youre never too old - or too young - to learn more about responsible money management.

Well you’ve finally made it. Late nights cramming for next morning’s exam, hours spent on the computer typing term papers, and long days in the library researching have all finally paid off! Then the honeymoon phase of post-college fades away. Many graduates find being an adult isn’t as fun and glamorous as they once dreamed.

Paying for college is no small task, especially when you are misinformed about options available. Below I address some common misconceptions about financing college and give the reality of the situation.

There are multiple reasons why people may want to establish new credit. They may be new entrants into the world of credit, or are perhaps trying to reestablish credit after a financial hiccup. Either way, there are some do’s and don’ts that consumers should follow that will make the road to credit much smoother.

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National Foundation for Credit Counseling

MMI is a longstanding member of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®), the nation’s largest nonprofit financial counseling organization. Founded in 1951, the NFCC’s mission is to promote financially responsible behavior and help member organizations like MMI deliver the highest-quality financial education and counseling services.
Council On Accreditation

MMI is proudly accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), an international, independent, nonprofit, human service accrediting organization. COA’s thorough, peer-reviewed accreditation process is designed to ensure that organizations like MMI are providing the highest standard of service and support for clients and employees alike.
Financial Counseling Association of America

MMI is a proud member of the Financial Counseling Association of America (FCAA), a national association representing financial counseling companies that provide consumer credit counseling, housing counseling, student loan counseling, bankruptcy counseling, debt management, and various financial education services.
Department of Housing and Urban Development

MMI is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide consumer housing counseling. The mission of HUD is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD provides support services directly and through approved, local agencies like MMI.