7 Debt Settlement Myths Debunked
Find out the truth from attorneys working in the field.
Angela Colley
5 minute read
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6 Signs You Need a New Debt Payoff Plan
Tired of paying off debt at a snail’s pace? Maybe it’s time to rework your strategy.
Deb Hipp
6 minute read
8 Ways to Get Out of Debt Faster
Tired of chipping away at debt a few dollars at a time? Here’s how to knock out debt in record time.
Deb Hipp
10 minute read
7 Signs of a Debt Settlement Scam
Don’t ignore these red flags of a debt settlement company eager to prey on desperation.
Deb Hipp
10 minute read
7 Ways Paying off Debt in 2020 Can Change Your Life
The rewards of paying off debt extend far beyond keeping a New Year’s resolution.
Deb Hipp
9 minute read
5 Ways Student Loan Debt Affects Divorcing Borrowers
Can student loan debt trap you in an unhappy marriage or lead to divorce? For some, the answer is yes.
Deb Hipp
3 minute read
7 Things to Get in Writing When You Settle a Debt
When settling a debt for a lower amount, don’t pay until you’ve got these details in hand.
Deb Hipp
5 minute read
How to Help Friends and Family Struggling with Debt
There are ways to lend a hand without lending a dime.
R.J. Weiss
10 minute read
10 Reasons People Go into Debt
Learning how it happens can stop you from doing it.
John Boitnott
4 minute read
7 Tips for Last-Minute Holiday Gift Shopping
Don’t go into debt just because you’re a gift-buying procrastinator.
John Boitnott
6 minute read
6 Money Conflicts That can Lead to Divorce
Now that the honeymoon is over, don’t let money issues send you to the divorce lawyer.
Deb Hipp
3 minute read
9 Strategies to Enjoy a Debt-Free College Life
Your college years are some of the most memorable you’ll have. Don’t spend those years digging your way in debt.
John Boitnott
9 minute read
How to Handle Holiday Gift Giving While Paying Down Debt
You don’t have to splurge like the three wise men to show you care during the holidays.
Deb Hipp
8 minute read
13 Warning Signs That You Have a Debt Problem
Learn red flags to watch out for that could prevent you from building wealth and solutions to turn around your financial life.
Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips
7 minute read
6 Signs You Need Help Paying Off Debt
Is it time to ask for help getting rid of all that debt crushing you down? Find out now.
Deb Hipp
6 minute read
7 Reasons Not to Be Embarrassed About Your Debt
Don’t be ashamed. Take control of your debt instead.
John Boitnott
9 minute read
6 Ways Mortgage Refinancing Can Help or Hurt Your Finances
Refinancing your mortgage can save tons of money. But refinancing isn’t for everyone.
Deb Hipp
4 minute read
The Financial Challenges of Debt and Divorce: 28 Experts Respond
Many people going through divorce also take on enormous amounts of debt to see it through. We talk to 28 experts about how to manage debt and divorce.
Steve Horton
5 minute read
7 Signs You Have Too Much Debt
We all have our debt limits. Here’s how to know when you’ve reached yours.
Deb Hipp
10 minute read
7 Alternatives to Defaulting on Your Student Loan
Thinking about defaulting on student loan debt? Try these financially savvy options instead.
Deb Hipp
8 minute read
10 Things You May Not Know About How Debt Is Handled During Divorce
Separating from your spouse means splitting up your finances – debt and all.
John Boitnott
4 minute read
Should You Stop Saving for Retirement to Get Out of Debt?
Should you save for retirement or get out of debt? It depends on your circumstances. Money Girl answers a listener question and provides a five-step guide to help you prioritize your precious financial resources.
Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips
10 minute read
7 Ways to Reduce Debt to Have More Money for Retirement
Pay up what you owe now to enjoy your golden years later.
John Boitnott
4 minute read
Wedding Debt Is Up And Traditions Are Out
We all want our big day to be unique – even if it’ll cost us as much as a luxury car.
Joe Pye
5 minute read
Don’t Let Debt Keep You Chained to a Job You Hate
You don’t have to suffer for years at that soul-killing job just because you’re paying down debt.
Deb Hipp
5 minute read
10 Songs About Debt That Aren’t by The Beatles, ABBA or Pink Floyd
Because let’s face it – those aren’t relevant anymore.
Emily Bloch
9 minute read
How to Manage Your Finances When You Get a Raise
Yes, you should think hard about what to do with this extra money.
Debt.com
7 minute read
How Loving Your Debt Can Change Your Repayment Approach
Positive thinking is part of the strategy of paying it down.
Leslie Tayne
5 minute read
Disabled Military Veterans Relieved of Student Loan Repayment
Trump administration eliminates federal student loan debt of permanently disabled Veterans.
Joe Pye
9 minute read
6 Joys That Come Along With Seeing Your Debt Go Down
Getting out of debt isn’t easy, but will bring you many forms of relief.
Debt.com
4 minute read
6 Ways to Successfully Get Out of Debt
These proven strategies can help you get back on track if you’re ready to take the next step.
Debt.com
10 minute read
5 Biggest Debt Traps for New Entrepreneurs
Debt isn’t bad for new businesses, but too many entrepreneurs use it wrong.
John Rampton
4 minute read
The Dreaded Debt Relapse: 4 Ways to Avoid It
If you paid off your debt once, only to run up twice as much later, don’t be too hard on yourself. You can still learn from your mistakes.
Deb Hipp
5 minute read
10 Ways to Reduce Expenses so You can Pay Down Debt
If you dig a little deeper into your fixed expenses, you may find they’re not so fixed after all.
Deb Hipp
9 minute read
11 Easy Ways to Spot a Get Out of Debt Scam
Have debt worries? Here is how to avoid being swindled.
Steve Rhode
7 minute read
10 Steps to Take Control of Your Finances
It’s time to get out of debt and stop living paycheck to paycheck!
Deb Hipp
10 minute read
Student Loan Debt: a National Crisis With no Sign of Slowing Down
Student loans are easy to get, but hard to understand, and even harder to repay.
Cameren Boatner
9 minute read
Living a Debt-Free Lifestyle: An Expert Roundup
We asked over 50 experts to give us the keys to living a debt-free lifestyle. Start here to learn how to achieve and maintain a debt free life.
Steve Horton
10 minute read
20 Dreams that Credit Card Payments Hold You Back from Achieving
Even if you’re not struggling to stay afloat, you’re still missing out.
Debt.com
4 minute read
Avenging Their Debt: Which Avengers Owe More Money Than They Have?
Superheroes have mortgages and student loans, too.
Cameren Boatner
8 minute read
The 5 Dumbest and Smartest Ways to Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt
Credit card use is surging once again – and so is credit card debt. Here’s what to do (and not do) about it.
Joe Pye
4 minute read
Paying Off Debt: The Biggest Mistake We Make
I ask 5 experts, and the answers seldom have to do with money.
Howard Dvorkin
10 minute read
How to Pay Off Debt When You Are Broke
Broke people can pay off debt, it’s just a little trickier.
Michelle Jackson
3 minute read
Should I File for Bankruptcy?
Learn how you should file for personal bankruptcy when you can’t afford debt and other relief options won’t help.
Debt.com
10 minute read
Financial Expert Answers: Which Is Better For Getting Out Of Debt, Knowledge Or Experience?
I asked some of the best personal finance experts. Here’s how they answered.
Howard Dvorkin
5 minute read
Debt and Depression
Experts say there’s a definite relationship between debt and depression. But we don’t like talking about either one.
Brandon Ballenger
10 minute read
Americans Are $13 Trillion In Debt: 10 Mind-Blowing Statistics Showing How Crazy That Is
It’s hard to spend $13.2 trillion. Here are a few ways you can do it.
Cameren Boatner
10 minute read
15 Celebrities You’d Never Guess Were in Debt
Here’s a look at some celebrities with millions of fans, and millions in debt.
Joe Pye
4 minute read
Credit Card Debt Negotiation
Credit card debt can be extremely stressful. In the fourth quarter of 2018, the average American held more than $8,788 in credit card debt, according to a recent WalletHub study. And the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s research indicates that that number is likely to keep growing. When numbers reach that high, or even higher, it […]
Debt.com
9 minute read