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Credit damage may last beyond 7 years
story: In most cases, bruised credit will heal within seven years. But there are exceptions to the rule.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/credit-damage-may-last-beyond-7-years.aspx
posted 3/27/2009 12:00:00 AM
Stay in home if you're upside down on loan
story: Don't move out unless you have trouble making the payments or need to sell quickly.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/stay-in-home-if-you-re-upside-down-on-loan.aspx
posted 3/26/2009 12:00:00 AM
Bankruptcy filing can hinder refinancing
story: It's possible to refinance while in bankruptcy, but lenders rarely do it until the case is closed.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/bankruptcy-filing-can-hinder-refinancing.aspx
posted 3/24/2009 12:00:00 AM
It's possible to climb a mountain of debt
story: It may seem insurmountable, but reducing massive debt can be achieved with a plan.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/it-s-possible-to-climb-a-mountain-of-debt.aspx
posted 3/23/2009 12:00:00 AM
Pay the mortgage, not the credit cards
story: Credit card issuers can scream and yell, but they can't take your home like the mortgage company.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/pay-the-mortgage-not-the-credit-cards.aspx
posted 3/16/2009 12:00:00 AM
A new job won't neutralize bad credit
story: Even with a new job, it may be tough to rent a house with bad credit. Here are some tips to help.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/a-new-job-won-t-neutralize-bad-credit.aspx
posted 3/12/2009 12:00:00 AM
Others not liable for card owner's debt
story: When a credit card holder dies, authorized users are not responsible for the account's debt.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/others-not-liable-for-card-owner-s-debt.aspx
posted 3/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
Unsure of layoff? Save for job loss now
story: You don't have to wait to lose your job. Plan now, and start by saving more disposable income.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/unsure-of-layoff-save-for-job-loss-now.aspx
posted 3/5/2009 12:00:00 AM
Coping with debt when you're laid off
story: Pink-slipped workers may benefit from their own "help wanted" appeal with creditors.
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/coping-with-debt-when-you-re-laid-off-1.aspx
posted 3/3/2009 12:00:00 AM
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