You understand Original Medicare and know the enrollment timeline. Now comes the big decision: how will you fill the gaps in your Medicare coverage?
Now that you know when to enroll in Medicare, let's talk about what you're actually enrolling in. Medicare can seem like alphabet soup, but we're going to break it down in plain English.
Your Medicare timeline: When to enroll and why it matters.
So you're turning 65 soon. You know you need Medicare, but when exactly should you enroll? And what happens if you miss the deadline?
Turning 65? LMCU has your back.
Congratulations on approaching a major milestone! Turning 65 is exciting — but let's be honest, the Medicare maze that comes with it? Not so much.
Tax season is busy. And yes, that's exactly why it’s prime time for scammers. But here's the good news: with a few smart moves, you can protect yourself and your sensitive financial information.
Are we alone in the universe? Is Bigfoot real? How is your credit score determined? These are the great mysteries of our time. And while we can’t help you with the first two, we can shed some light on your credit score. For better or worse, your score plays an important role in the mortgage process. The national average is 704, and the higher your score, the lower your interest rate. While a lower score can keep you from getting approved all together.
Featuring Guest Patty Corkery, President & CEO of Michigan Credit Union League
Most people think banks and credit unions are basically the same but they’re not. One is built to serve shareholders. The other is built to serve you.
What is DTI ratio?
Before you can improve your DTI ratio, it helps to know what a DTI ratio is. DTI stands for debt-to-income. It’s a comparison of your monthly debt payments versus your monthly income. Your calculated DTI ratio is used to help lenders get an idea of how well you manage monthly expenses, which helps them determine if you’ll be able to repay a loan.
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So, you want to buy a home.
That’s great news! As you prepare to take that first step, you may be wondering just how many steps there really are before you can open the door to your dream home. Well, wonder no more: LMCU’s mortgage experts are here to break down the homebuying process into easy, actionable steps — so you can feel overjoyed about buying a home, instead of overwhelmed.
