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Maurie Backman

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Maurie Backman is a personal finance writer with over 10 years of experience. Her coverage areas include retirement, investing, real estate, and credit and debt management.

Pros and cons of debt consolidation
Pros and Cons of Debt Consolidation

October 24, 2026

When it’s a good fit, debt consolidation can be great for getting just one monthly debt payment. Here’s how it works.

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Cutting These 5 Expenses Could Help You Pay Off Debt
Cutting These 5 Expenses Could Help You Pay Off Debt

October 22, 2026

You can’t slash every expense, but here are a few that may be easier to cut than you’d expect.

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How to Avoid Car Repo
How to Avoid Car Repo

November 3, 2026

You probably need your car to function. Here’s how to avoid car repossession.

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Open Enrollment 2021: Do You Need an HSA?
Do You Need an HSA?

November 9, 2026

An HSA could lower your taxes while helping you avoid medical debt. Read on to see if an HSA is right for you.

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How to Stop Credit Card Collection Calls
How to Stop Credit Card Collection Calls

October 24, 2026

Tired of constant collection calls? Here's how to get them to stop, and when it’s a good idea.

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Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment?
Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment?

November 11, 2026

Don’t buy into the 20% down payment myth. There are other options, and some may be right for you.

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Ways to Pay Off Wedding Debt
How to Pay Off Wedding Debt

November 8, 2026

Don’t let lingering wedding debt fester. Here are four ways to pay it off.

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What You Should Know About Credit Discrimination
What You Should Know About Credit Discrimination

November 11, 2026

At Freedom Debt Relief, we know that discrimination within the financial industry exists. Learn more…

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

November 11, 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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