Managing Debt

Latest Articles

• Can you stop wage garnishment if you file bankruptcy yourself?

  You don’t need a lawyer, but you do need to take these steps to protect pay through bankruptcy.

  4 min read May 05, 2022

  

• Here’s how to keep your debt from following you to the grave

  Worried you’ll be stuck with debt for years to come? Here’s how to develop a payoff plan.

  5 min read May 05, 2022

  

• 5 best debt consolidation options

  Digging your way out of deep debt is hard, but there are options.

  7 min read May 05, 2022

  

• How to negotiate a debt settlement

  You can negotiate with your creditors to settle your debt by paying a lump-sum amount that’s less than what you owe. Here’s how.

  6 min read Apr 25, 2022

  

• What is a delinquent account?

  A delinquent account can have negative effects on your finances and credit card.

  5 min read Apr 22, 2022

  

• How does a debt management plan affect applying for loans?

  A debt management plan shouldn’t prevent you from getting credit.

  3 min read Apr 21, 2022

  

• 3 types of debt you can consolidate

  When used properly, debt consolidation can improve finances and credit.

  5 min read Apr 21, 2022

  

• 6 ways to get out of debt

  If you’re tired of being hounded by creditors, here’s a plan to help you break free.

  5 min read Mar 31, 2022

  

• What happens to credit card debt when you die?

  Before you trade the family silver to satisfy the credit card collector, find out if you’re liable.

  5 min read Mar 31, 2022

  

• Debt consolidation loan vs. balance transfer credit card

  Here are six things to consider when deciding how to consolidate debt.

  9 min read Mar 29, 2022