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Woman dragging a heavy loan. What Happens When You Default on Student Loans?
August 13, 2020
Here we look at what happens when you miss a student loan payment and some options for avoiding default. Read more.
Man climbing a ladder with a loan bag. Getting a Loan After Bankruptcy
August 11, 2020
Bankruptcy can wreck your finances in the short-term. If you need to borrow money soon, here's what you can expect when getting a loan after bankruptcy. Read more.
Car with a ball and chainHow to Get Out of a Car Loan
August 6, 2020
Struggling with your car payments? Here are some options that could help you get out of your car loan. Read more.
Sitting on top of a 401k fundShould you withdraw from your 401(k) to pay off credit card debt?
July 28, 2020
Think about this before you withdraw from your 401(k) to pay off credit card debt... Read more.
Home equity line of creditHow Does a Home Equity Line of Credit Work?
July 16, 2020
Learn the pros and cons of HELOCs (and how they work) from a credit expert. Read more.
Credit card and bag of money in front of a 500 credit score. Debt Consolidation Loans With a 500 Credit Score
July 7, 2020
Shopping for a debt consolidation loan with bad credit? Read this guide first so you can weigh the pros and cons. Read more.
Client and credit counselor sit across from each other at a desk. Credit Counseling: What is it and how does it work?
May 26, 2020
If you're struggling financially or want to be proactive about your money, it's time to think about credit counseling, starting with this guide... Read more.
Marriage and money go hand-in-handBankruptcy Before Marriage vs. Bankruptcy After Marriage
March 26, 2020
If bankruptcy and marriage are both on your to-do list, you may wonder which to do first. Here are some bankruptcy basics to get you started. Read more.