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There’s an inspirational quote about retirement not being the end of the road, but instead the beginning of an open highway. It’s an uplifting thought for folks after years of…
If you’re getting calls from a debt collection agency, it’s at best irritating and at worst frightening. The best way to make them stop is to pay what you owe.…
If you or a loved one are in debt because of gambling and looking for a way out, there are options that involve a lot less risk and more success…
Payday loans have become the face of predatory lending and high-risk loans in America for one reason: The average interest rate on a payday loan is 391% and can be higher…
Anyone intending to challenge a debt that has gone into collections — even someone with a case as rock solid as Gibraltar — needs to know what they’re up against.…
You’ve heard the ads on TV and radio. They spout enticing promises like “Same day cash advance!” Or, “Bad credit, no credit? No problem! You’re approved!” These are the misleading…
Assessing Your Debt If you wonder how much debt is too much, or how much is “normal,” the answer is another question: How much debt can you afford? U.S. household…
Debt collection is a billion-dollar industry that makes calls on more than one-third of the adult population in the U.S. If the phone rings – and you have legitimately incurred…
10 Debt Traps & Tips: How to Avoid Debt by Being Careful There are lots of products and services on the market that may promise temporary relief from your debt—and…
Six months after James lost his job at an auto parts distributorship, his financial life began melting down. His tendency to spend freely on restaurants and vacations relied on the…