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15 dire debt dilemmas

Many with debt woes first opt for self-help, but these plights may be best aided by a financial fitness expert.

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Americans wary of stocks

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Borrow to file bankruptcy?

Incurring more debt to get rid of debt could be trouble once you get to court.

Common ID theft victims

Who you are and what you do can make you more vulnerable to having your identity stolen.

How judgment hurts credit

A judgment will eventually drop off your credit report. But that doesn't mean it's gone.

6 quick-cash traps

Looking for fast money? Dodge financial ruin by reading this. You must act now!

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Gift card site makes big changes

Plastic Jungle, a gift card exchange site, said it's no longer buying or selling gift cards on its website.

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