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NAFSA's Financial Literacy Program

The Native American Financial Services Association is proud to provide educational content as a resource that encourages all people to take control of their finances and empowers them to understand how their finances work.

Free Credit Report

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MyMoney.gov

The federal government’s website dedicated to helping Americans understand more about their money — how to save it, invest it, and manage it to meet their personal goals.

Consumer Protection

Your everyday guide to help you prevent identity theft, understand credit and be a smarter shopper. This information is available at USA.gov which you can access by clicking the link below.

5 Tips: Improving your Credit Score

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

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*Big Picture Loans reviews and approves all loans on Tribal land at its office located at E23970 Pow Wow Trail, Watersmeet, MI 49969. If your application is approved, we will attempt to send your funds using Real-Time Funding, which can provide instant funding, including on weekends. The exact time your funds appear in your account may vary depending on your bank’s processing times. If your bank does not accept Real-Time Funding, we will automatically send your funds by ACH, which usually posts the next business day (Monday through Friday excluding all federal banking holidays). Big Picture Loans does not charge a fee for Real-Time Funding; check with your banking institution regarding any fees they may charge.


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