Managing Debt
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Debt Basics
Latest Articles
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What is unsecured debt?
Personal loans and student loans are common types of unsecured debt.
4 min read Dec 01, 2023 -
How soon can you file Chapter 13 after Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
A past Chapter 7 case won’t stop you from a future Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
3 min read Dec 01, 2023 -
What nonprofit debt consolidation is and how it works
Here’s what to consider to help you determine if free debt consolidation is a good fit for you.
5 min read Dec 01, 2023 -
How to pay off debt: Compare effective strategies and tips
The average American has $96,371 in debt. And while this amount does include some necessary debt, like mortgages and auto loans, it also includes credit card balances, student loans and personal loans. [...]
6 min read Nov 28, 2023 -
What is a lein and how do you avoid one?
There are several types of liens. If one is hanging over you, don’t take it lightly.
6 min read Nov 22, 2023 -
The best debt settlement companies of 2023
Here are some of the top debt settlement companies and what to consider before signing on.
8 min read Nov 22, 2023 -
What is debt settlement and what are the risks?
When your bills are overwhelming, debt settlement is one way forward.
7 min read Nov 21, 2023 -
Keep your car in bankruptcy by working with your lender and the court
Bankruptcy doesn’t have to mean losing your wheels. What can you do to keep them?
4 min read Nov 20, 2023 -
What assets can creditors take away in a bankruptcy?
When filing Chapter 7, you must disclose all assets, but it doesn’t mean you can’t keep some.
4 min read Nov 20, 2023 -
The 5 most common types of bankruptcy
These are the five most common models of bankruptcy. Learn how they operate and who they’re good for.
4 min read Nov 20, 2023