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Can You Go To Jail For Credit Card Debt?
Rebecca Lake

January 8, 2023

Carrying credit card debt won't lead to jail time, even if you default. However, you could face other legal action if you fail to pay.

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How Many Credit Cards Should You Have?
Richard Barrington

November 22, 2022

How Many Credit Cards Should You Have? Either too many or too few credit cards could cost you. Handling credit responsibly is more about how you use your cards than...

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Private Student Loan Debt Relief: Practical Steps and Options
Richard Barrington

May 31, 2024

Private student loans aren’t eligible for the popular federal debt relief programs. Learn about the debt relief options that are available.

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How to Find Debt Relief for Seniors
Peter Warden

May 27, 2024

Debt relief for seniors is for problem debt, even if you’re on Social Security. Find out your options for creating a better financial future at any age.

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Debt and Divorce: From Division to Debt Relief

Get your finances on track after divorce by seeing who’s responsible for which debts. We’ll show you how to put together a sustainable financial plan.

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Finding Hope in Hardship: Understanding Your Emergency Debt Relief Options
Peter Warden

May 6, 2024

When you’re in financial distress, things can feel hopeless. But emergency debt relief can help ease your burden and put you on a path to stability.

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Denied a Credit Card? Here’s What to Do Next
Jane Meggitt

April 9, 2023

If you were denied a credit card, the card issuer must tell you the reason. Get on track to improve your credit score. Learn more from our expert

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Medical Debt Relief: A Path to Settle and Consolidate Your Medical Bills
Richard Barrington

March 24, 2024

Medical bills can cause financial problems and stress. Several medical debt relief options could help you get to the other side of those bills.

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Debt Counseling: Make it Work for You
Erik J. Martin

October 2, 2022

Debt counseling offers a wide range of services, including advice on debt management, budgeting, and money management. A debt counselor can guide you to the debt solution that...

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How to Stop Credit Card Collection Calls
Aly J. Yale

February 23, 2022

Learn your rights and how to stop collection calls from credit card companies and debt collectors.

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Debt Settlement: A Comprehensive Guide to Resolving Your Debts
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 21, 2022

Debt settlement is a way to negotiate with creditors to accept a reduced payment on debt. Learn more about the pros and cons of debt settlement program.

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What Are Debt Relief Services?
Rebecca Lake

November 16, 2022

You may seek debt-relief services when you need help with debt. Companies that provide such services work with your creditors on your behalf to reduce...

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How Can I Find Government Credit Card Debt Relief Programs?
Rebecca Lake

March 30, 2022

Are there government credit card debt relief programs? No, but other credit card debt relief programs might be helpful to you.

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What if I Can’t Pay My Rent?
Richard Barrington

July 30, 2023

Trouble paying rent is a common problem, but you may be able to get financial help to avoid eviction.

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What Is Household Wealth?
Richard Barrington

March 30, 2022

What is household wealth, how is household wealth calculated, household net worth equals your assets minus liabilities

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What Is a Commercial Loan?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 1, 2022

Learn about commercial loans for business and real estate, how to get approved for a commercial loan and how commercial loans work.

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What Is Bill Consolidation?
Rebecca Lake

August 1, 2022

Learn how to consolidate bills with debt consolidation loans or debt management plans.

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What Are Debt Strategies?
Richard Barrington

January 25, 2022

Debt relief companies can help you get out of debt faster. Debt strategies include debt consolidation, debt management, and debt settlement.

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What Is Home Equity?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 17, 2022

Home Equity: Learn how to calculate home equity, how much home equity can you borrow against, types of home equity loans and about taking home equity out of your house.

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What Is Debt Consolidation?
Richard Barrington

June 28, 2022

What is debt consolidation? Learn about debt consolidation loans, debt consolidation companies, and how to consolidate debt.

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What Goes on Behind the Scenes of Your Credit Card?
Erik J. Martin

April 7, 2022

Learn how secured credit cards, cashback credit cards, rewards credit cards and travel credit cards work. And how to take cash advances on credit cards.

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How a Debt Management Plan Can Help You Get Back on Track
Jane Meggitt

April 16, 2023

Are your debts at risk of going off the rails? A debt management plan can get you back on track and give you a brighter financial future. Learn more...

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Budgeting Hacks: Ways to Start or Improve Your Budget
Thilini Wijesinhe

April 12, 2023

A budget can help you achieve your financial goals faster. Find out how to make a simple budget and stick to it.

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Top Apps to Save Money: Let Your Money Grow
Erik J. Martin

April 9, 2023

With the help of a smartphone app, you can create better saving habits. Read our review of the top money-saving apps on the market today.

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Emergency Funds: How to Prepare for the Unexpected

Learn exactly how to start an emergency fund, where to keep it, and how to keep it going.

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How Household Debt Impacts Your Everyday Life
Richard Barrington

April 8, 2023

When savings are not enough, debt can help fund the expenses of life. But debt is not always the right solution. Learn more about using household debt effectively.

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