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Let's make a 'debt' deal
Article: Follow these three hints and this credit recovery strategy might put you back in good standing.
2009-11-05T00:00:00
Lose the high rate, not the credit card
Article: Don't walk away from your credit card with a high interest rate. It could hurt your credit rating.
2009-03-19T00:00:00
Your bankruptcy is an open book
Article: Anybody can find out about your financial problems in bankruptcy, and that includes your boss.
2009-11-03T00:00:00
Debt collection brings out the worst in us
Article: Rather than fight with a collector on the phone, consider -- then act on -- your real options.
2009-11-02T00:00:00
10 questions to ask a credit counselor
Article: Getting help to manage debt is no longer shameful, but it's helpful to know what to ask.
2009-08-19T00:00:00
Life-changing crisis demands drastic action
Article: Mounting debt and a fixed retirement income may make bankruptcy your last, best choice.
2009-10-29T00:00:00
When does your debt expire?
Article: The statute of limitations on debt varies and depends on the nature of the money owed.
2009-10-29T00:00:00
Old debt can follow you forever
Article: Debts have a statute of limitations in court but not in the ledger of a debt collector.
2009-10-05T00:00:00
6 smart credit card moves now
Article: Credit card issuers plan to offset losses by hiking rates and imposing fees. Stay ahead of the game.
2009-09-23T00:00:00
4 limits on modifying bankruptcy
Article: You can lower your Chapter 13 bankruptcy payment, if you're not hung up by one of these obstacles.
2009-06-09T00:00:00
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