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Can wages be garnished for old debt?
Article: Old debt never dies, but there is an expiration on a creditor's ability to garnish wages.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Young mother with old debt fears collectors
Article: Old debts never really go away, but you can keep collection agencies at bay using the right tactics.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Who pays dad's card debts when he dies?
Article: Before your father passes away, make sure to know his financial situation to avoid distress.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Sell truck to pay off credit card debt?
Article: Selling your truck to pay off your credit cards and buy another truck may not be the best idea.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
When does old debt fall off credit report?
Article: Checking your credit reports is the best way to see if old debts are still lingering.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Pay down HELOC with balance transfer offer?
Article: While an offer sounds tempting, transferring your home loan to a credit card may be risky.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
What to do when unemployment won't cover expenses
Article: As the emergency fund dwindles, there are options for staying afloat while being unemployed.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Is fiance on the hook for ex's 2nd mortgage?
Article: It's smart to look at finances before taking the plunge into marriage and joint debts.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Help filing for bankruptcy without a fee
Article: You need money to pay a lawyer when filing bankruptcy, but there may be ways around it.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Get debt collectors to leave you alone
Article: Are you being harassed by debt collectors when the debt isn't yours? Make it stop.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Don't use personal loan for credit card debt
Article: Too much credit card debt won't be solved with a personal loan. A budget may be what you need.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
12 tips to disarm debt in 2012
Article: Debt isn't the problem, controlling it is. Follow these tips to put a leash on that old debt dog.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Protect retirement fund while cutting debt
Article: Cut spending rather than tap retirement savings to pay off credit card debt.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
When to choose bankruptcy over debt management
Article: Bankruptcy and debt management are two ways to get out of debt. Which is right for you?
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Defaulting on HELOC could cost your home
Article: It's not just your primary mortgage you need to keep current to avoid foreclosure.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Young, single mom faces deep debt troubles
Article: Being a single parent is a difficult task -- made harder still by large debts.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Use debt settlement to pay $70K in credit cards?
Article: Companies that negotiate your debts for pennies on the dollar may seem great, but be careful.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Are late payments stuck on credit report?
Article: Late payments are a blemish to any credit report, but there are ways to help erase them.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
Failed investment property is more than foreclosure
Article: Buying a second property is very much like gambling. In foreclosure, you've lost the bet.
2012-02-09T00:00:00
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