Newlyweds and their
Future Credit

Many people planning to be married take time to reexamine financial priorities, set a new budget, and establish savings or debt reduction goals. Being credit-wise consumers means realizing that managing your credit requires similar planning and care-and doubly so when you are entering into marriage.

Think about your special personal and financial goals for the coming year. Are you planning a major purchase or a trip abroad? Are you working to establish financial stability and security? Since good credit takes time to build, planning for your future together should include checking your credit report. This is a great time for each of you to request a copy of your credit reports and look them over--not simply for inaccuracies, but for ways you might improve your overall credit sta...

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