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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.

SBA debt relief
How to Settle SBA Loan Debt: Complete Guide to Debt Relief Options

August 28, 2026

Behind on an SBA loan? Here's every relief option before Treasury gets involved.

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How to Manage Student Loan Debt
How to Pay Off Student Loans: A Complete Guide

September 19, 2026

Student loans can feel like a lot to manage. Learn clear, practical steps to pay them off with less stress.

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Zombie Debt
Zombie Debt: Don’t Let It Rise to Bite You

September 19, 2026

A decade-old debt just came back from the dead. Learn why zombie debt resurfaces, and how to shut it down.

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How to build an emergency fund while you are buying down debt
How to Build an Emergency Fund While You’re Paying Down Debt

September 21, 2026

You don’t have to choose between saving and paying off debt — here’s how to do both, one smart step at a time.

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Can't pay rent
What to Do if You Can't Pay Rent

October 31, 2026

Falling behind on rent isn't a one-way ticket to eviction. Know your rights, and learn your options.

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Government Building
What Was Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program?

October 30, 2026

Can the Biden student loan forgiveness plan help you?

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9 Amazing Ways to Save $300 Every Month
9 Amazing Ways to Save $300 Every Month

March 14, 2026

Obeying these nine budget rules can help you save $300 a month—or more!

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

October 24, 2026

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

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Why Am I Getting Tax Debt Relief Calls
Why Am I Getting Tax Debt Relief Calls?

March 13, 2026

Tax debt relief calls aren't always a cause for concern. Here's what to do if you get one.

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

October 26, 2026

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

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