Your Credit Today

What are you doing with your tax return this year? Before you do anything, in this episode of "Your Credit Today," Angela challenges the common advice of using your tax refund to pay off credit card debt and offers smart, strategic alternatives. Discover how to break the cycle of debt and make smarter money moves for long-term financial success. Understand why relying on a tax refund to pay off de...

Reset your financial situation and make 2025 your best financial year yet with Angela Setters Bessard, the real credit queen. Dive into essential strategies to refresh your credit, manage your debt, and revamp your budget. Learn how to effectively check and update all three of your credit reports. Discover methods to consolidate and manage credit card debt, including using balance transfer cards a...

Angela, The Real Credit Queen, invites her husband, Ralph Bessard, to discuss the critical aspects of managing finances within a relationship. They share their journey through the peaks and valleys of financial management together, and the importance of teamwork, financial self-love, and repairing relationships with money. Angela and Ralph draw from their rich personal and professional experiences...

As we approach a new year, it’s easy to get caught up in traditional goal-setting—but what if there’s a better way? In this episode of Your Credit Today , Angela Setters Bessard challenges you to rethink your approach by focusing on financial intentions rather than rigid goals. Intentions tap into your deeper “why,” keeping you motivated and inspired—even when life throws curveballs. What You’ll L...

As 2024 comes to a close, Angela Setters Bessard takes a deep dive into the emotional side of money, uncovering how past experiences, fears, and financial trauma influence our financial behaviors today. In this episode, Angela shares actionable tips and powerful insights to help you shift your mindset around money and credit, empowering you to start the new year with confidence and financial clari...

In this episode, Angela Setters Bessard reveals how mastering credit wellness can be a game-changer for achieving financial freedom. She shares key insights and practical steps to empower listeners to take control of their credit health. Breakdown of credit score components: debt-to-credit ratio, payment history, and credit mix. Common credit pitfalls to avoid, like maxing out cards and missing pa...

In this episode, Angela Setters Bessard offers invaluable advice on managing finances during the holiday season without sacrificing joy or peace. She shares practical tips to help listeners stay financially grounded while creating meaningful holiday experiences. Setting holiday spending goals: The importance of planning ahead to avoid last-minute financial stress. Embracing mindful gift-giving: Ho...

Angela Setters-Bessard, The Real Credit Queen, dives deep into equipping teens with financial literacy. Learn strategies to teach your kids about bank accounts, managing credit, and avoiding debt pitfalls. Discover the benefits of authorized user status, secured and student credit cards, and the pros and cons of co-signing. Angela also shares practical tips on paying bills on time and using credit...

The Real Credit Queen, Angela Setters-Bessard leaves out no details this week on why it's so crucial to understand credit and budgeting when you’re up for a big purchase like a car. This episode isn’t just about credit scores. Angela covers the whole picture of financial prep, the traps to avoid, and some smart budgeting hacks. She chats about key things like how your credit score affects car loan...

The team sheds light on how they provide personalized credit management, focusing on building relationships and creating impactful experiences that lead to long-term results. Learn about their commitment to customer service, education, and the meticulous process they follow to ensure every client feels empowered and informed. This episode highlights how they create tailored strategies for individu...

There are so many moving parts to credit and finances - do you understand AND manage your credit effectively? The Real Credit Queen, Angela Setters-Bessard is joined by team members Samantha Headlee, Operations and Client Experience Manager at CCMI, and her partner in business and life - Chief Financial Officer, Founder, and husband, Ralph Bessard. They share their passionate commitment to empower...

Ready to level up your business and protect your brand? Attorney Nicole Swartz knows first hand why trademarks are essential for small businesses – she was running a thriving skincare brand. In two years her business went from a side hustle to a full time international company. One day, she woke up to a cease & desist letter, someone trademarked her brand. They owned the exclusive right t...

EEK! Did you get a collections call? Something unexpected on your credit report? We talk to people every day about collections! Collection accounts stem from all sorts of unpaid bills, from medical and utility expenses to credit card debt. They can be managed internally or by third-party agencies, and knowing the difference is key when trying to sort things out. When dealing with collection agenci...

Ever wondered what makes or breaks your financial credit score? Your credit to debt ratio is the key, and how you tap into your credit limit. Balancing what you owe and how much you're using is key to keeping your score in check. What about auto model credit scores? These scores zoom in on your car-related credit history. With credit unions in your corner, you might just secure that loan with some...

What measures can individuals take to protect themselves in the event of a financial crisis or the passing of a spouse or partner? The Real Credit Queen, Angela Setters Bassard explains the basics of property liens, and their impact on your property and your finances. This episode was inspired when a client needed advice - a young widow who was unaware of her husband's financial dealings which lea...

Is that balance transfer offer a good idea? In this episode of 'Your Credit Today,' your host The Real Credit Queen Angela Setters Bassard breaks down the topic of balance transfers. Angela addresses common concerns about whether balance transfers impact credit scores, including the potential negative and positive effects. Angela stresses the importance of planning and budget management when using...

This week's guest, Justin Krane, a certified financial planner professional, is the founder of Krane Financial Solutions. Known for his savvy, holistic approach to financial planning, he advises his clients on how to unite their money with their lives and businesses. Justin shares insights about his personal and professional life, discussing his career path, family, and approach to financial plann...

When you have questions about anything credit related, The Real Credit Queen, Angela Setters Bessard has the answers. This week she's taking the overwhelm out of locking and freezing your credit. This episode is going to answer every question you ever had about the process, why you would do it, and how it helps you. Locking your credit and freezing your credit are similar concepts aimed at prevent...

Angela, The Real Credit Queen is with Jhoanna Alba, founder and chief fashion designer of ALBA, brings over 20 years of fashion expertise to creating signature looks for an elite clientele. Her designs interweave bold, colorful custom fabrics that showcase each client's unique personality and style. She shares her journey of decades in the fashion industry, detailing how she broke into the busines...

How do you support your children to grow their financial literacy? The Real Credit Queen Angela is joined by her son Justin, an accomplished basketball athlete with a masters in business. They discuss financial literacy for young people and the importance of being business and financially savvy beyond the basics learned in school. As successful as young athletes are in their sport, it's important...

People always ask - I don't really understand why credit is so important. Why do the banks and financial institutions need to know about my history? There are so many reasons! This episode is one of several where Angela is discussing your credit and the reasons consistency and a good ongoing relationship with your credit history and credit score is so important. This episode covers - Payment histo...

On Your Credit Today, The Real Credit Queen Angela Setters Bessard, is interviewing Matthew Hoffman, the founder of Trusted Advisor - the best platform for advisors with high profile entertainment, music and pro sports clients. Trusted advisor is a platform that unites prominent business managers, artist managers, entertainment attorneys, wealth managers, family offices and other trusted professio...

This week the Real Credit Queen. Angela Setters Bessard is joined by Paul Viollis - Global Business Leader, Accomplished Author and TV & Radio Personality. For over four decades, Paul Michael Viollis has dedicated his career to the protection of our country, as well as, the shareholder value of the businesses he has navigated to the pinnacle of their respective vertical markets. On his speakin...

In this weeks episode we are discussing a subject that touches millions annually but is rarely discussed with the seriousness it deserves – identity theft. It’s a topic that’s not only prevalent but also evolving, and it impacts personal finance and credit health in disasterous ways. I’m thrilled to have the backbone of our operation at Conquer Credit Management, our Operations and Client Experien...

This week on 'Your Credit Today', the Real Credit Queen, Angela Setters Bessard is with guest AnGèle Cade, the CEO of Executive On the Go and a vision architect and business strategist. AnGèle helps passionate entrepreneurs honor their purpose and passion, while increasing their profits and validity all through the power of bulletproof business strategy and structure. Now an entrepreneur for...