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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.

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

April 2, 2026

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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Frozen Bank Account
Why a Bank Account Could be Frozen and How to Deal With It

April 12, 2026

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

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How to Get Student Loan Debt Relief
How to Find Student Loan Debt Relief

April 11, 2026

What is student loan debt relief and how to get student loan debt forgiveness.

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Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans
Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans

April 11, 2026

If you live in an underbanked neighborhood, you might think that predatory loans are your…

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What Can Debt Collectors Do
What Can Debt Collectors Do?

April 11, 2026

Debt collectors have to follow laws when they contact you. Here's what they can and can’t do, and how to follow up.

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Access to Credit: Auto Loans and Mobility
Auto Loans, Mobility, and Your Ability to Pursue Opportunities

April 11, 2026

Auto loan debt is a fact of life for most in the U.S. given the…

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Debt Relief for Business Owners
Business Debt Settlement: Complete Guide for Small Business Owners [2025]

April 8, 2026

These 11 business debt relief methods could help you get rid of the debt and keep your business running.

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Learn a New Language During Quarantine: The Language of Money
Learn a New Language: The Language of Money

April 8, 2026

Looking for a productive way to spend your extra time at home during quarantine? Learn…

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances

April 5, 2026

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances. From taxes, to healthcare, to unemployment, here’s…

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How to open a bank account no creditor can touch
How to Open a Bank Account That No Creditor Can Touch

April 3, 2026

There are four tactics for protecting deposits from creditors.

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