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Christy Bieber

Financial content writer

Christy Bieber has been writing about personal finance and law for 16 years. She has a JD from UCLA School of Law with a focus on business law, and a BA in English, Media & Communications from the University of Rochester, as well as a Certificate of Business Administration.

6 Fun Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Debt Payoff Journey
6 Fun Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Debt Payoff Journey

June 15, 2026

Making debt payoff fun could help you stay motivated to say goodbye to your creditors for good.

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Can My Social Security Be Garnished
Can Social Security Benefits Be Taken If You Have Unpaid Debt?

April 18, 2026

Are your Social Security benefits at risk if you don't pay creditors? See which benefits are protected from garnishment.

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Debt Consolidation Without a Loan
Debt Consolidation Without a Loan

March 18, 2026

You can bundle and streamline debt payments without a debt consolidation loan. Here's how it’s done.

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7 Ways to Save More for Retirement, Starting Now
7 Ways to Save More for Retirement, Starting Now

June 4, 2026

For more financial security in your golden years, follow these seven simple steps to save more for retirement, starting today.

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10 Holiday Shopping Debt Traps You Need to Avoid
10 Holiday Shopping Debt Traps You Need to Avoid

June 6, 2026

Far too many people end up with holiday debt regrets, but you can avoid them with careful budgeting and smart shopping.

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Why Your Debt Payoff Plan Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
Why Your Debt Payoff Plan Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)

May 4, 2026

If your debt payoff plan is causing you frustration, we’ll show you some solutions to get on a successful path.

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4 Things to Do If You Can't Pay Your Bills
4 Things to Do If You Can't Pay Your Bills

May 14, 2026

Not being able to pay your bills is scary, but you can take action. Start with these tips.

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I Went From Late Payments to an 810 Credit Score. Here's How
I Went From Late Payments to an 810 Credit Score. Here's How

March 29, 2026

Can you move from late payments to excellent credit? Absolutely. Here's how I did it.

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Here's Why You Shouldn't Make Minimum Payments on a $10,000 Credit Card Balance
The Shocking Math: Here's Why You Shouldn't Make Minimum Payments on a $10,000 Credit Card Balance

March 28, 2026

Credit card minimum payments can keep you in debt for decades. Here’s how to avoid falling into the trap.

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What Is House Poor?
What Is House Poor?

May 2, 2026

Too much house, too little money: How being house poor can harm your future.

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