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Gina Freeman (Pogol)

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Gina Freeman (Gina Pogol) enjoys breaking down complicated subjects and helping consumers feel comfortable making financial decisions. An acknowledged expert in mortgage and personal finance since 2008, Gina's experience include mortgage lending and underwriting, tax accounting, and credit bureau systems consulting. You can find her articles on MSN Money, Fox Business, Forbes.com, The Motley Fool and other respected sites.

Credit Card Debt Bankruptcy
Should You Consider Filing for Credit Card Debt Bankruptcy?

January 8, 2023

If you’re overwhelmed by creditor phone calls, collection letters, or lawsuits, filing for bankruptcy forces your creditors to suspend collection activity. You cannot legally...

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Emergency loans for bad credit
Can You Get An Emergency Loan With Bad Credit?

February 7, 2023

If you need cash fast, an emergency loan is one solution and you can qualify even with bad credit. Learn about your options.

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Commercial Loan
What Is a Commercial Loan?

August 1, 2022

Learn about commercial loans for business and real estate, how to get approved for a commercial loan and how commercial loans work.

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How to respond to a court summons for credit card debt
How To Respond To A Court Summons For Credit Card Debt

February 12, 2023

If you receive a summons for credit card debt, it’s in your best interest to respond and not ignore it. Learn more about what to do when you get a court summons.

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How to Settle Credit Card Debt When Lawsuit Has Been Filed
How to Settle Credit Card Debt When Lawsuit Has Been Filed

January 15, 2023

It's possible to settle debt even after a lawsuit has been filed. Answer the summons. Then negotiate. And never skip your court date.

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Credit Card Debt Lawyer
Credit Card Debt Lawyer: Should You Use One?

January 8, 2023

Debt lawyers specialize in law concerning the collection of debt. If you loan money to someone, you may use a debt lawyer to file a lawsuit to collect it.

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How to protect yourself in a recession
Recession Preparation: How Can You Protect Yourself?

August 16, 2022

Yes; the US entered a recession in 2022. Learn how to protect your finances, what to do and not do in a recession.

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