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Natasha Etzel

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Natasha is a contributing writer for Freedom Debt Relief. She is a veteran professional financial writer. She provides realistic strategies to help readers improve their knowledge and change their financial situations.

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How Much Does Credit Counseling Cost?

January 6, 2026

Credit counseling could help you but it’s usually not free. Learn more here.

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What’s Your Financial Next Normal?
What’s Your Financial Next Normal?

December 20, 2025

Manifest a better financial future, and take these steps to make it happen. Here are tips for creating your new financial normal.

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10 Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving on a Budget
Thanksgiving on a Budget

January 4, 2026

Don't go into debt when shopping and preparing Thanksgiving dinner. Find out how to host Thanksgiving on a budget.

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Could a Lifestyle Change Help You Get Rid Of Debt Faster?
Could a Lifestyle Change Help You Get Rid Of Debt Faster?

January 7, 2026

Switching up your usual could help you get rid of debt faster. Here are a few lifestyle choices that could help.

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Couples and Money
Couples and Money: How and Why to Get on the Same Page About Debt

January 10, 2026

Couples often benefit from talking about money. Here's how and why couples should get on the same page about debt.

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Cheap Christmas Ideas That Capture the Holiday Joy
Cheap Christmas Ideas That Capture the Holiday Joy

January 11, 2026

Want to avoid overspending this holiday season? Check out these cheap Christmas ideas that capture the holiday joy.

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Low-Budget Wedding Ideas
Low-Budget Wedding Ideas When You Want to Avoid Debt

January 10, 2026

You don't have to spend a lot of money on a wedding. To avoid wedding debt, check out these low-budget wedding ideas.

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After The Holidays: Hardcore Ways to Get Your Budget Back on Track
After the Holidays: Hardcore Ways to Get Your Budget Back on Track

January 5, 2026

You can recover from holiday overspending and ditch your debt. Find out how to get your budget back on track.

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Does Eviction Protection Still Apply to You?
How to Pay Off Eviction Debt: A Complete Guide to Resolving Apartment Debt

January 9, 2026

Eviction debt can make it hard to find a rental and affect your credit. Learn how to pay it off and get back on track.

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5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think
5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think—and How to Change Them

January 7, 2026

Small choices could cost a lot. Find out which financial habits you might want to leave behind.

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