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Secured credit cards can help you start building or rebuilding your credit in a matter of months. Discover how they work here.

Ads about government credit card relief may be a sham, but don't worry. There are plenty of other options.

When should you validate a debt? When a debt collector contacts you, respond within 30 days or they may assume the debt is legitimate. Learn how to validate a debt.

Your credit report and credit score are different, but closely related. Learn how one affects the other.

Debt-free living does not mean never borrowing — it means managing your borrowing and developing good spending habits. Here's how to achieve your debt-free goals.

The Fed’s new policy might affect your credit card debt. Find out how and what…

If you live in an underbanked neighborhood, you might think that predatory loans are your…

Wondering if a debt relief company will help or harm? Here’s how to know if you’ve found a legit one.

Debt collectors have to follow laws when they contact you. Here's what they can and can’t do, and how to follow up.

Are you struggling to pay your bills—or unable to pay them at all? Here’s what to do, step by step.

Tired of paying for the high cost of living in America? See how you can get out of debt faster by moving abroad.

Nothing beats the feeling of getting rid of credit card debt. Here are six fast ways to do it.

Will debt relief hurt your credit? We’ve got tips on how to prepare for credit impacts while getting rid of debt.

The avalanche, snowball, and blizzard methods all help you knock out debt fast. Get the 411 on which is right for you.

High or low? If you want a higher credit score, you need a lower credit utilization ratio. Learn how to get there.

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

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

Is three months' bills enough saved? Here’s how to know how much to put in your emergency fund.

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

Learn how and why money could be taken from your bank account, and what you can do about it.

Financial literacy can help you save money, get out of debt, and live a better life. Find out more here.

Even if your financial stress is at an all time high, there are ways to…

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

Even if money is tight this year, you can enjoy the holidays without debt. Find…

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

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