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Kailey Hagen, CFP

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Kailey is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and has been writing about finance, including credit cards, banking, insurance, and retirement, since 2013. Her advice has been featured in major personal finance publications.

What's it like to go through debt relief?
What’s It Like to Go Through Debt Relief?

March 22, 2026

Debt relief is an emotional journey with highs and lows, but can be ultimately very rewarding.

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Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship
Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship

March 14, 2026

Struggling to keep up with your debt payments? A financial hardship assistance program could be just what you need.

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Maxed Out Credit Card? Here Are Your Options
Maxed Out Credit Card? Here Are Your Options

April 1, 2026

Need to pay down maxed-out credit cards? Here's how to handle it.

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How Do Debt Management Plans Work
How Do Debt Management Plans Work?

March 21, 2026

Struggling with credit card debt? A debt management plan could help you simplify payments, reduce interest, and ...

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60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement
60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement

March 20, 2026

You may be behind on retirement savings now, but it doesn't have to be that way forever.

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Are there Any Financial Benefits to Work From Home?
Are there Any Financial Benefits to Work From Home?

March 29, 2026

If you work from home, you could save on food, transportation, and more.

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Pros and cons of personal loans to pay off credit card debt
Pros and Cons of Using a Personal Loan to Pay Off Credit Card Debt

March 20, 2026

A personal loan could simplify your debt payments—and save you money.

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Should I Consolidate My Debt?
Should I Consolidate My Debt?

May 1, 2026

Debt consolidation could be the solution you need, or it could be trouble in disguise. Learn if it's right for you.

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7 Things Most People Don't Understand About Debt Settlement
7 Things Most People Don't Understand About Debt Settlement

May 1, 2026

There are often misconceptions about debt settlement. Here's the truth about how it works.

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What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?
What Is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?

March 17, 2026

Struggling after a federally declared disaster? An Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) could be just what you need.

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