Gina Freeman (Pogol)
Contributing Author, Editor
Gina Freeman (Gina Pogol) enjoys breaking down complicated subjects and helping consumers feel comfortable making financial decisions. An acknowledged expert in mortgage and personal finance since 2008, Gina's experience include mortgage lending and underwriting, tax accounting, and credit bureau systems consulting. You can find her articles on MSN Money, Fox Business, Forbes.com, The Motley Fool and other respected sites.
March 18, 2026
If you’re overwhelmed by creditor phone calls, collection letters, or lawsuits, filing for bankruptcy forces your creditors to suspend collection activity. You cannot legally...
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March 19, 2026
Yes, debt collectors can access your bank account. But you can take advance action to prevent this nightmare.
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March 22, 2026
Budget, save a little, and pay down a little, and you can eventually be debt-free and ready for emergencies.
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