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Hardship Loans for Bad Credit
Erik J. Martin

June 19, 2024

Hardships are never easy to experience, but you may be able to weather the storm with these options.

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How to Deal With Overdraft and a Negative Bank Account
Erik J. Martin

December 7, 2022

Significant consequences can result from having a negative bank account, including fees. You can fix a negative account by transferring money from another account, avoiding transactions with the overdrawn account, and other strategies.

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Authorized Users Are Not on the Hook for Unpaid Credit Card Debt
Peter Warden

June 19, 2024

Authorized users aren’t on the hook if the account holder dies or defaults. Don’t fall for debt collectors’ scare tactics.

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How to Cope and Consolidate Your Credit Card Debt When Unemployed
Rebecca Lake

July 8, 2020

Unemployed with credit card debt? Here are ways to manage it: contact creditors, apply for aid, budget, avoid adding debt, and consider consolidation

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Debt Validation Letter - How to Validate a Debt
Richard Barrington

February 12, 2023

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.

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How Long Does it Take to Garnish a Bank Account?
Peter Warden

March 30, 2022

When can a bank take your money; can debt collectors take money from your bank account.

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Debt Relief for the Unemployed
Peter Warden

October 31, 2024

You can still access debt relief if you’re unemployed, but you have fewer options. Discover how you can manage debt while jobless.

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Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points Overnight?
Richard Barrington

October 11, 2022

You can't raise your credit score 100 points overnight; however, there are several steps you can take to improve...

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When Can You Use a Credit Card Forbearance Program?
Miranda Marquit

March 5, 2023

Credit card forbearance can offer temporary relief when you’re struggling. Find out more about how a forbearance program can get you back on your feet.

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Should You Go Debt-Free? Pros and Cons of Debt-Free Living
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 6, 2022

Is being debt-free a good goal to have? Debt-free living does not mean never borrowing — it means managing your borrowing and developing good spending habits. Learn…

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How Does Debt Settlement Work?
Noelle Marr

September 1, 2021

Debt settlement could substantially reduce the amount of debt you owe, but how does it work? Learn about Freedom Debt Relief’s 4-step process.

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What Is the Lowest Credit Score?
Peter Warden

November 7, 2022

While very rare, the lowest possible credit score is 300. However, any credit score under 500 is low and under 580 is sub-prime. A low credit score can…

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Debt Settlement Pros and Cons
Gideon Sandford

April 30, 2023

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

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Payday Loan Consolidation: What Are My Best Options?
Richard Barrington

August 21, 2022

Payday loans and cash advances are very expensive. Payday loan consolidation can give you a lower interest rate and more time to repay your debt.

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How to Write a Debt Settlement Letter
Rebecca Lake

November 9, 2022

A well-written debt settlement letter is crucial to the debt negotiating process. You should outline the details of the debt-settlement offer and the terms...

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What Is Credit Counseling?
Rebecca Lake

January 21, 2022

What is credit counseling? How credit counseling works. What it’s like to go through credit counseling.

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Is An Authorized User Responsible For Debt?
Richard Barrington

January 8, 2023

Authorized users can use an account with the responsibility to pay. Read this to find out how it works.

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How to Open a Bank Account That No Creditor Can Touch
Peter Warden

September 13, 2022

There are four tactics for protecting deposits from creditors.

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Pros and Cons of Debt Consolidation
Peter Warden

July 21, 2022

Learn the pros and cons of debt consolidation

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How to use hardship programs to temporarily suspend credit card payments
Richard Barrington

July 18, 2024

Credit card hardship programs might help you catch up on debt payments. Here’s how they work

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How to Get a Debt Consolidation Loan With Bad Credit
Rebecca Lake

March 31, 2022

How to consolidate debt if you have bad credit. Bad credit debt consolidation loans can help you lower your payments and your interest rate.

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How to Stop Debt Collection Calls
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 31, 2021

If your debt has gone to collections, debt collection calls can be intrusive and stressful. Learn your rights and how to stop debt collector calls.

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Debt settlement companies: What they are and how to find one
John Russo

January 17, 2019

Before signing up for a debt settlement company, learn about the risks and benefits of debt settlement by asking the company these 4 questions.

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Debt Management Program: What it is and How to Find One
Charla Myers

June 25, 2018

If you're struggling with your debts, one option is to enroll in a debt management program, which may help you with a debt strategy and get better rates.

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Defensive Strategies in Court for Credit Card Debt Lawsuits
Richard Barrington

June 19, 2024

Being sued for unpaid credit card debt requires some tough choices. Here are 7 options to consider.

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