Debt Relief Articles
The Anatomy of a Credit Score – Understanding the Complicated Credit Scoring System
Updated Jun 07, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
Credit scores are so misunderstood and generally regarded as a de facto measurement of borrowing strength. Also, many consumers misguidedly assume that credit scores include income, assets, or net worth in their calculations. We...
Read MoreAmericans Are Accumulating Credit Card Debt at Record Rates
Updated Jun 03, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
The Federal Reserve reports that as of March 2022, consumer debt is up to over $52 billion. Credit card debt surged by over 21 percent as card companies have increased interest rates and fees....
Read MoreKnow your Rights When Dealing with Debt Collectors
Updated Jun 02, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
Anyone who has received such calls knows it’s not so much a call as it is harassment and abuse. Before you find yourself on the receiving end of threats or harassment from a debt...
Read More7 Tips on How to Begin Your Debt Resolution Program the Right Way
Updated May 13, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
Beginning a debt resolution program can fill us with both hope and anxiety. You have finally taken the first step toward slashing interest payments and calls from collectors out of your life, but you...
Read MoreTips on Buying a Home After Debt Settlement
Updated May 11, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
If you’re working out your money management problems through debt settlement, congratulations! Settling debt gives you a clean slate to start new. Here are 5 tips on buying a home after debt settlement.
Read MoreHow to keep your mental, physical, and financial health on track
Updated Apr 28, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
It is ever more important to make sure you are keeping your mental, physical, and financial health on track. With the added stress of seeing your dollars dwindle and your debt mounting, it becomes...
Read More5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund This Year
Updated Apr 21, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
How you should spend your tax refund largely depends on your unique circumstances. Still, there are a handful of uses of the money that could make sense this year. Here are 5 smart ways...
Read More5 Things Not to Do During Debt Settlement
Updated Apr 18, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
If you are considering debt settlement, there are some things you should definitely keep in mind to ensure the process plays out smoothly and allows you to get your financial life back on track.
Read More3 Reasons Why People Stay in Debt – And How to Fix It
Updated Apr 14, 2022By Aaron Sarentino
How do families end up drowning in debt for years? The answer may surprise you. Read on to discover the top 3 reasons why people stay in debt and get solutions to these common...
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