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Can You Actually Get Credit Card Debt Forgiveness? Here’s How

Dealing with credit card debt can be crippling. And if you’re looking for relief, you may be wondering if credit card debt forgiveness is possible for you. Credit card debt forgiveness can be a possibility in certain situations. Understanding when the option is available and how to achieve it can help you break free from […]

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Is There a Judgment Against You? How to Find Out and What to Do

When you borrow money from a lender or creditor, you are legally obligated to repay it. Therefore, if you are not holding up your end of the agreement, the lender or creditor can sue you. If the lender, creditor, or collection agency is successful in the lawsuit, it can result in a judgment against you. […]

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How Does Debt Consolidation Work?

While many borrowers may have heard of debt consolidation as a strategy for paying down debt faster, few people have an idea of how to answer the question “How does debt consolidation work?” With that in mind, we’ve created a primer on the subject below. Keep reading to learn more about how consolidating your debt […]

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How to Settle Debt: What’s the Best Way?

Getting out of debt can be a daunting task, and that’s true even if you’re not in dire straits financially. If you’re considering debt settlement, though, it may be acutely overwhelming. Understanding how to settle debt for less than what you owe can give you an advantage as you work to get back on your […]

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When Should You Hire a Student Loan Lawyer?

The student loan debt crisis is real and, for many people, financially crippling. While various programs and strategies can help you reduce your monthly payments, cut interest rates, and even get help paying down your debt, student loans can still be very challenging for some.

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Do Debt Management Plans Work?

Do Debt Management Plans Work?

If you’re struggling with credit card debt, you may be considering different ways to address it. During your research, you may have come across debt management plans. But do debt management plans work? And how can they help you achieve your goal of becoming debt-free?

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Debt Settlement vs. Debt Management: Which Should You Choose?

If you’re struggling with your debt, there is hope. Credit counseling agencies and debt resolution programs are available to help you get some relief and a new start. But what are the differences between debt management vs. debt settlement? The answer can help you decide which is the better approach for you.

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Can You Go to Jail for Debt?

Debt collectors tend to dole out a lot of threats, but one of them they can’t make good on is sending you to prison. Can you go to jail for debt? Generally speaking, no. It’s illegal to imprison someone over a civil debt, and collectors are forbidden by law to threaten it.

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Zombie Debt

Zombie Debt: What You Need to Know

The name sounds ominous, and the impact can be damaging if you’re not careful. Zombie debt is old debt that’s been revived by a debt collector. Here’s what you need to know about zombie credit card debt and other forms of it and how you can respond.

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Is Student Loan Settlement an Option?

The student loan debt crisis has worsened over the last decade, with an average balance of more than $30,000. If you’re struggling to keep up with your monthly payments, you may be wondering, “Can you settle student loans?”

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Does Debt Consolidation Hurt Your Credit?

Consolidating debt can have a significant positive impact on your finances, especially if it helps you pay down your debt more quickly and with interest savings. But you may be wondering, “Does debt consolidation hurt your credit score?”

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What Is the Statute of Limitations on Debt?

If you’ve stopped making payments on a debt balance, your lender or a debt collection agency will likely start actively trying to collect within a handful of months. But states have instituted a statute of limitations on debt, which can help protect you from old debts.

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