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Late on Chapter 13 bankruptcy payment. What now?
Being a week late on your bankruptcy payment is probably no big deal — in most cases.
4 min read Dec 13, 2023 -
Debt consolidation with a personal loan
Using a personal loan to consolidate debt can simplify your financial life.
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Which debts can’t be discharged in bankruptcy?
Filing bankruptcy has some debt exclusions. These charges can usually be eliminated.
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How to pay huge medical bills on a small income
The government, as well as your providers, might be able to help with your exorbitant medical bills.
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How to pay off debt: Compare effective strategies and tips
As inflation soars and interest rates climb, many Americans are preparing for the possibility of a recession. Despite low unemployment rates, many are struggling under the pressure of the highest inflation [...]
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How many credit cards is too many?
The number of cards that’s right for you depends on how many you can easily manage.
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How to pay off a debt in collections
Take these steps to pay off lingering debt.
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How NDR empowers you through a unique approach to debt relief
National Debt Relief doesn’t just look at the numbers of debt. Here’s how.
7 min read Dec 11, 2023 -
UltraFICO: What it is and how it works
In 2018, the Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO), Experian and Finicity launched the new UltraFICO score. The goal of UltraFICO is to expand credit access and give consumers more control in the credit scoring [...]
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Consumer debt by gender: Is there a difference?
Gender plays a key role in how much debt an individual has.
4 min read Dec 09, 2023