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You can apply for these secured cards with no hard credit inquiry.
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What to do when you’re sued for credit card debt, including how to settle credit card debt before going to court.
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Sometimes, you should keep a credit card, even if you don’t use it.
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Goodwill letters can convince creditors to remove late payments from your credit report.
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Come prepared to your credit card debt negotiation.
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Delinquency can have a rough impact on your credit, but it’s possible to recover.
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Once you’ve built up credit, you can close your secured card and get back the deposit.
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Delinquent debt has a shelf life, but certain mistakes can keep it fresh.