Kingsport supports regional financial literacy campaign
The City of Kingsport is supporting a regional initiative aimed at helping people improve their credit scores and set them on a course to financial wellness.
The initiative is called “Hwy 720; Where financial literacy and community intersect” – a campaign meant to link financial counseling to the community at large and helping people achieve a credit score of 720. In Tennessee, the average credit score is 697, which is below the national average of 718.
“A healthy credit score can change your life,” said Kingsport Mayor Pat Shull. “If you can achieve a score of 720, you can open doors to so many opportunities like housing, lower interest rates and a better life for you and your family.”
With this in mind, organizations are joining together to note the importance of the score July 18th through the 23rd at various locations including a networking event at a Kingsport Axmen game.
Financial professionals will hold seminars, workshops and appointments at various banks, credit unions and non-profit organizations across the Tri-Cities region. During these meetings, financial professionals will offer advice, resources and information about how to improve your credit score and hopefully reach the key number of 720.
To find a location near you visit www.unitedwayetnh.org/tri-cities-720 for more information or to schedule an appointment. For more information about the campaign, contact Tiffany Greer at tiffany.greer@firsthorizon.com or 423-461-1725.
