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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.

Can You Fall Behind With a High Credit Score?
Can You Fall Behind With a High Credit Score?

March 23, 2026

People with high credit scores are falling behind on credit card payments. Here’s what it means, and how to handle it.

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How to Settle Debt with Creditors
How to Settle Debt With Creditors

March 15, 2026

If you have unsecured debt that’s become overwhelming, debt settlement could be a way to get rid of it. Here's how.

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Is Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Coming?
Is Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Coming?

March 15, 2026

Student loan forgiveness isn't guaranteed. Find out how to cope with student debt.

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Income-Driven Repayment Is Changing Under Trump
Income-Driven Repayment Is Changing Under Trump

May 2, 2026

Have federal student loans? Check out the upcoming changes to income-driven repayment plans.

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Why Knowing How to Cut Expenses Isn't Enough to Get You Out of Debt
Why Knowing How to Cut Expenses Isn't Enough to Get You Out of Debt

May 2, 2026

If you’ve cut all you can and it’s not enough, check out these other ways to handle debt.

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Debt Stress? Make This List
Debt Stress? Make This List

May 2, 2026

Understanding your debt and making a plan could take a lot of stress out of the equation.

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Are You Still Not Using a Hardship Program for Your Loans?
Hardship Program for Debt: Your Complete Guide to Financial Relief [2025]

March 18, 2026

Look into a debt hardship program if you're struggling, as these programs could help you save money and stress.

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How to Stop Using Credit Cards
How to Stop Using Credit Cards

May 4, 2026

It's hard to get out of credit card debt if you keep charging. Here's how to quit and take your power back.

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This Is the One Thing You Should Never Do When You're Dealing with Debt
This Is the One Thing You Should Never Do When You're Dealing with Debt

March 24, 2026

When you need a fistful of cash to fix a financial problem, there’s one cookie jar you shouldn’t reach into.

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Irregular Income and Debt
Irregular Income and Debt: What Do You Do?

March 12, 2026

An irregular income doesn’t have to stand in the way of getting debt-free. Here’s how to get there faster.

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