Managing Debt

Whether you are looking to consolidate credit card debt or are looking for complete debt relief, get the advice and tools you need to manage your debt.

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  • How to settle credit card debt

    You can pay someone to negotiate debt settlements for you, but you can do it yourself for nothing.

    4 min read Jan 30, 2020
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  • How to pay off debt early

    As of 2019, the amount of consumer debt in the United States totaled over $13 trillion from nearly 300 million people. A lot of Americans face extreme financial hardships, regardless of their age, education [...]

    5 min read Jan 28, 2020
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  • How to get out of debt with a low income

    Dreams of being debt-free are particularly challenging for individuals with low income. The average American owes between $6,000 to $7,000 in credit card debt alone, and when you add car payments, medical [...]

    4 min read Jan 28, 2020
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  • How to Pay Off Debt

    Once you find yourself in debt, figuring out how to get out of it can feel overwhelming. Should you take out another credit card to transfer balances, or apply for a personal loan to consolidate your debt? [...]

    5 min read Jan 28, 2020
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  • How to set up a debt payoff plan and stick to it

    If you’re facing a mountain of debt, the first thing to know is that you’re far from alone. U.S. consumer debt has reached $13.86 trillion. No matter the amount you’re dealing with, it can feel impossible [...]

    7 min read Jan 27, 2020
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