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- FIT AcademyPower of Pay Check Planning Instructor: Michelle Mealey Learn time-tested strategies to budget, manage and prioritize your paycheck. Take the Course Identity Theft Prevention Instructor: Lori Lamb Tips to protect you from identity thieves and restore your name if you’re a victim. Take the Course Understanding Your Credit Report Instructor: Sheri Stuart A comprehensive breakdown of the credit report and score system. Take the Course Tips for Borrowing Money Produced by: Common Craft This video teaches you the risks and benefits of borrowing money from banks. View the Video Tips for Saving Money Produced by: Common Craftt This video teaches you how to earn and save money from compound interest. View the Video Tips for Investing Money Produced by: Common Craft This video breakdowns the process of investing money and it’s risk factors. View the Video
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