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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.

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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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 11, 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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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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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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How to Save Your Home From Foreclosure
How to Save Your Home from Foreclosure

March 2, 2026

If foreclosure is a possibility, stay calm and consider Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Here’s how it could help save your home.

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4 Signs Your Debt Repayment Strategy Might Be Failing
4 Signs Your Debt Repayment Strategy Might Be Failing

May 23, 2026

Debt repayment strategy isn’t working out? It might be time to make a change. Here’s how.

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Is debt consolidation a good idea?
Is Debt Consolidation a Good Idea?

August 31, 2026

One loan, one payment: learn when debt consolidation could work in your favor, and when it might not.

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What Is the 50-30-20 Rule?
What Is the 50-30-20 Rule?

May 29, 2026

Want to make it easier to manage money? The 50/30/20 rule could work for you. Here’s how.

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Government Shutdown: What Can Federal Workers Do If They Can't Pay Their Bills?
Government Shutdown: What Can Federal Workers Do If They Can't Pay Their Bills?

March 1, 2026

If you're facing a temporary pause to your paychecks during a government shutdown, what can you do?

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