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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 Happens After a Credit Card Is Charged Off?
What Happens After a Credit Card Is Charged Off?

March 27, 2026

You can bounce back from a credit card charge-off. Here's how to get started.

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Which Debt Should I Pay Off First?
Which Debt Should I Pay Off First?

May 3, 2026

Juggling multiple debts gets easier with a solid repayment plan. Here's how to prioritize your debts.

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What Happens If You Don't Pay Collections
What Happens If You Don't Pay Collections?

May 2, 2026

Debt in collections doesn't just disappear if you ignore it. Here are some of the potential consequences—and what to do.

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How much debt can be forgiven with debt settlement
How Much Debt Can Be Forgiven With Debt Settlement?

May 11, 2026

Got too much debt? Here’s how debt settlement might help.

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Open Enrollment 2021: 7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare Next Year
7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare

June 6, 2026

Healthcare bills aren't set in stone. Here are seven ways you could reduce your healthcare costs.

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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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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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What if I Can't Pay My Taxes?
What if I Can't Pay My Taxes?

May 2, 2026

Making a lump-sum payment isn't the only way to handle your taxes. Check out these other repayment options.

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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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