By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
May 24, 2023
When you borrow money from a creditor, you have a legal obligation to repay it. As a result, having unpaid credit card debt can lead to a lawsuit from a credit card company you owe. If you’re behind on debt, getting back on track is in your best interest before you’re taken to court. Debt […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
April 25, 2023
Are you having difficulty making ends meet with your credit card payments? You’re not alone. Many folks experience the same problem. It can be daunting to manage ballooning balances and the fear of debt collectors. But don’t worry — there are options available to help you get back on track with your credit card debt.. […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
January 25, 2023
Unfortunately, debt is a way of life for most Americans. In 2021, total outstanding consumer debt reached a record $15.6 trillion, according to new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. A large chunk of that debt came from mortgages and credit card balances, which increased by $52 billion in the last three […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
July 11, 2022
Settling a debt has a major impact on your credit. In fact, you might find that your score went down after a debt settlement. So is it possible to have that settled account removed from your credit report? Below, we’ll look more closely at how debt settlement affects your credit and how to remove settled […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
May 18, 2022
Struggling with credit card debt can be stressful enough. Being sued by your credit card company can feel downright scary. Plus, you might not know what to do next. One of your options is hiring a credit card debt lawyer. But you might be wondering if doing so is necessary — or worth it. You […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
April 20, 2022
If you’re looking for financing options for your small business, you might have come across something called “credit card processing loans.” They could help you get the funds you need to keep your business functioning. But there are also some big risks you should know about before borrowing any money. So before you agree to […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
January 14, 2022
Paying off a loan or credit card balance is a big accomplishment. But you might not feel like celebrating if you check your credit score, only to find that it’s dropped after knocking out that debt. After all, your creditors want to be paid back, so why would you be penalized? Before you get too […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
October 19, 2021
If your parents or spouse has recently passed away, you may stand to inherit some things from them. However, one thing that you do not want to inherit is their debt. With that in mind, we have decided to answer the question, “Can you inherit debt?” such as credit card debt, mortgage debt, and other […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
August 31, 2021
Improving your credit score after bankruptcy is no small feat, but it can be done. All it takes is a bit of hard work and perseverance. With that said, below is a practical guide on how to rebuild credit after bankruptcy. If you follow the steps below, you can eventually see your score start to […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
August 10, 2021
Per the latest numbers from Debt.org, the average American household carried $5,315 worth of credit card debt in the fourth quarter of 2020. With numbers like those, it’s no surprise that many would-be-homebuyers wonder, “Can you buy a house with credit card debt?” The short answer is, yes, it is possible to buy a house […]
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