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Learn about the legal status known as “judgment proof” for people with low income, where benefits such as Social Security do not count as garnishable assets.

Student loan counseling can be a life-changing tool, especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their federal student loans. To make the most of your counseling session (and save yourself some time), there are a few steps you should take care of in advance of your appointment.

Your debt-to-income ratio is a measure of your debt load compared to your income. It tells lenders whether you might struggle to afford another payment—like, say, a mortgage—on top of existing debts. Here's how to calculate your ratio and how to know when your number is too high.

In January 2022, Navient, one of the country’s largest student loan servicers, reached a $1.85 billion settlement over allegations it defrauded students with deceptive and predatory loan practices. Here's how to know if your loans were impacted and what comes next.

How does settling debts impact your tax return? Here how to prepare for a settlement without getting stuck with an unexpected tax bill.

Graduating college and starting your first full-time job is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming financially. This financial checklist for new grads walks through the most important money management steps to take after graduation.

Missed car loan payments and repossessions are on the rise. If you're struggling to manage an unaffordable car payment, here are some tips to avoid a crisis.

Rising housing costs have a large impact on your budget and lifestyle. How does rent inflation affect your financial health and how can you adjust your budget to manage these rising costs?

A massive new spending bill is on it's way to becoming law soon. What's in the bill and what does it mean for you? Here's what you need to know.

Having your wages garnished adds a ton of financial stress, but can it hurt your position at work, or even lead to you being fired? Here's what you need to know.

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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.