All Articles

Do Credit Card Issuers Have to Tell You When They Close Your Account?
Brittney Myers

December 10, 2025

Credit card declined? It could be a reader error—or your account could have been closed. Here's how to handle it.

Read more
Your Emergency Financial First Aid Kit
Kimberly Rotter

December 10, 2025

In an emergency, you need to keep yourself, your family, and your financial future safe.…

Read more
Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Ben Gran

December 10, 2025

A North Carolina resident found success in paying off her debt with the Freedom Debt Relief program. Learn why she opted for debt relief over bankruptcy.

Read more
Beyond Coupons: How to Save Money Shopping
Maurie Backman

December 10, 2025

Want to save money shopping? Check out these creative ways…

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

December 10, 2025

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.

Read more
Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Ashley Maready

December 10, 2025

If you’re doing renovations to increase your home’s value, use rewards cards or smart financing…

Read more
Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Ben Gran

December 10, 2025

Marriage is about a strong relationship, but can it be about strong finances too? Learn…

Read more
Does Paying Off Debt Improve Your Credit Profile?
Ashley Maready

December 10, 2025

Many people who have debt problems often suffer from a bad credit profile as well.…

Read more
How Does Credit Repair Work?
Richard Barrington

December 10, 2025

Whether you work on credit repair yourself, or hire a company to do it for you, understanding the process can help you improve your credit. Learn more.

Read more
Emergency Loans: Are They Available?
Richard Barrington

December 10, 2025

Find an emergency loan that can get you through a crisis and get you back on track to get your finances in order. Emergency loans can be available quickly and easily...

Read more
How to Pay Off Medical Debt
Janie Basile

December 10, 2025

Medical costs and debt are a constant headache for millions of Americans. Learn why and how to cut healthcare costs in your life.

Read more
How to Pay Off Debt
Tammi Huang

December 10, 2025

Learn about 6 strategies to get out of debt, including debt consolidation loan, credit counseling, debt settlement, a cash-out refinance, or bankruptcy.

Read more
How Often Does Your Credit Score Update?
Kailey Hagen

December 10, 2025

Your credit score probably updates more than you think. Here's what you need to know to stay on top of it.

Read more
Texas Debt Relief By the Numbers: 5-Year Debt Trends
Richard Barrington

December 10, 2025

Well over 100,000 consumers in Texas have serious debt problems. If you're one of them, learn about debt relief options in Texas.

Read more
Who Really Pays for COBRA?
Ben Gran

December 9, 2025

Changing jobs? You might get COBRA health insurance. But it can be costly. Learn more about who pays for COBRA coverage.

Read more
10 Holiday Shopping Debt Traps You Need to Avoid
Kimberly Rotter

December 9, 2025

Far too many people end up with holiday debt regrets, but you can avoid them with careful budgeting and smart shopping.

Read more
7 Crucial Facts Women Should Know About Money and Debt
Ashley Maready

December 9, 2025

The “battle of the sexes” is reflected in money management in ways you might not expect. Learn more here.

Read more
Make Money for Your Holiday Budget Now with Work-from-Home Gigs
Ben Gran

December 9, 2025

Want to have a richer holiday season without debt? Easy work-from-home gigs could earn you money for the holidays.

Read more
Financial Advice to Ignore During a Recession
Cole Tretheway

December 9, 2025

How to get through a scary financial time: ignore the bad advice and protect your money. We’ll show you how.

Read more
What Is Secured Debt?
Rebecca Lake

December 9, 2025

When a financial hardship strikes, you need a plan for managing secured debt, so you don't risk losing your collateral.

Read more
Debt Settlement Pros and Cons
Gideon Sandford

December 9, 2025

What are debt settlement pros and cons? Before signing up for a debt settlement program, learn about the benefits and pitfalls including...

Read more
How to Negotiate a Debt Settlement
John Russo

December 9, 2025

Can't pay your debt? Learn how to negotiate credit card debt settlement with creditors by yourself or with a professional debt settlement company.

Read more
How to Write a Debt Settlement Letter
Rebecca Lake

December 9, 2025

A well-written debt settlement letter is crucial to the debt negotiating process. Learn how to craft one here.

Read more
What Is a Balance Transfer?
Richard Barrington

December 9, 2025

What is a balance transfer? A credit card balance transfer is one way to potentially pay less interest on credit card debt and pay debt off faster. Learn how to do a balance transfer.

Read more
What Is Credit Counseling?
Richard Barrington

December 9, 2025

What is credit counseling? Find out here how credit counseling works and what to consider if you're looking for help with debt.

Read more
What Are Debt Strategies?
Richard Barrington

December 9, 2025

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

Read more