If you were recently in over your head with debt, you may have negotiated a debt settlement with your creditors. That likely provided much-needed financial relief. But now, you might be wondering how that settlement affected your credit score — and how long it will stay on your credit report. Here’s what you need to […]
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Credit cards can be helpful tools for managing your cash flow and earning rewards. However, it’s also easy to rack up a big balance. According to the Federal Reserve, credit card interest rates are also pretty high; the average is 14.51%. Meaning the more credit card debt you accumulate, the harder it becomes to pay it […]
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Getting in over your head with debt can be scary, especially if debt collectors have threatened to sue you. However, you have certain rights and protections as a borrower that are important to know. That includes the statute of limitations on debt, which varies by state. So if you’re a New York resident facing a […]
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A merchant cash advance is an alternative financing option for small business owners, particularly those that don’t have a good enough credit history or haven’t been in business long enough to qualify for traditional business financing. But while a merchant cash advance can be easy to get, the cost might not be worth it. Here’s […]
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If you are struggling to handle your debts, you may have looked into some of your options. In that case, you have probably found two main ways to resolve debts: filing for bankruptcy and pursuing debt relief. You may be wondering which is the right option for you. In that case, keep reading. We’ve taken […]
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If you’ve considered a debt settlement before, you may be wondering, “What percentage should I offer to settle my debt?” While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, there are a few guidelines that you can follow to help you come up with a number that works for you. In light of that, we […]
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When you have bad credit, it can sometimes feel like your financial options are limited. Fortunately, there are things you can do to take control of your debt and improve your credit score. Below is a guide on how to consolidate debt with bad credit. Read it over to get a sense of the steps […]
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If you’ve been struggling with debt for a while, you may have heard about debt settlement. But did you know that the settlement process often starts with writing a letter? In light of that, we’ve created a guide to writing a settlement letter for debt settlement. So, read on to learn what a debt settlement […]
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Missing a payment won’t impact your credit score, as long as you get caught up within 30 days. After that, though, the delinquency can damage your credit. If you keep ignoring your payments, your credit account could get charged-off as bad debt. At a glance, you might think that having payments charged-off as bad debt […]
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If a debt collector has contacted you, it’s critical to verify that the debt belongs to you and the information is accurate before you agree to pay or even acknowledge that it’s yours. Collection agencies are required by law to provide a debt validation letter after they first contact you, commonly referred to as proof […]
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