Simple Financial Tips for College Students
By Charlestien Harris In all my years of tackling the topic of financial literacy, I’ve found that understanding basic financial skills and concepts is…
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7 Financially Fit Tips for Back to School Shopping
By Charlestien Harris Although all of my children are grown and gone, I do have grandchildren and they all have back-to-school supply lists that…
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Explained
By Charlestien Harris Throughout the pandemic, many clients have asked about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and how their student loans will be…
Understanding the Refundable Child Tax Credit
Community Partners has five HUD Certified Housing Counselors on staff to provide current information on various financial topics of interest. Until next week, stay…
Why Telephone Scams Often Target Seniors
By Charlestien Harris I am entering my sixties, so I am looking at financial issues that affect my age group more and more. One…
Paying Down Debt and Raising Your Credit Score
By Charlestien Harris As an accredited financial counselor, I’m often asked questions like “How long will it take for my credit score to increase…
