Debt Relief Articles
What is a Credit Report?
Updated Nov 21, 2022By Melissa Cook
A credit report is a detailed record of an individual's credit history, including their past and current loans and payment habits. This information is used by lenders to determine an individual's creditworthiness when applying...
Read MoreAcceleration
Updated Nov 21, 2022By Minh Tong
Acceleration, in finance, refers to the speeding up of a financial obligation, such as a loan or mortgage. This can happen voluntarily, as in the case of prepayment, or involuntarily through default. In either...
Read MoreTaking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Updated Nov 18, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
Are your finances teetering on a cliff edge? Do you owe debt collectors far more than you can possibly repay? When you face financial hardship and seem unable to recover, you’ll probably see bankruptcy...
Read MoreLiability
Updated Nov 16, 2022By Melissa Cook
In finance, liability refers to an obligation or debt that an individual or company is responsible for repaying. This can include items such as loans, credit card debt, and unpaid taxes. Liabilities must be...
Read MoreWhat is Escrow?
Updated Nov 16, 2022By Melissa Cook
Escrow is a financial arrangement where a neutral third party holds and regulates payment of the funds required for two parties involved in a given transaction. It helps to ensure that both parties fulfill...
Read MoreWhat is a FICO Score?
Updated Nov 16, 2022By Melissa Cook
A FICO (Fair Isaac Corporation) Score is a measure of creditworthiness, calculated using information from the consumer's credit report.
Read MoreWhat is Bankruptcy?
Updated Nov 16, 2022By Minh Tong
Bankruptcy is a legal process where an individual or business unable to pay their debts can get a fresh start. It allows them to either restructure or eliminate their debt obligations and protect their...
Read MoreAverage Student Loan Debt in the US: Statistics & Facts
Updated Nov 14, 2022By Melissa Cook
Over the last decade, the price tag of a college education has continued to climb higher and higher. So much so that it has become a hot topic in recent years, with politicians and...
Read MoreHome Equity Loans
Updated Nov 14, 2022By Minh Tong
A home equity loan is a type of loan in which the borrower uses their home as collateral. The loan amount is determined by the equity in the home, or the difference between the...
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