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.
February 12, 2023
If you receive a summons for credit card debt, it’s in your best interest to respond and not ignore it. Learn more about what to do when you get a court summons.
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April 10, 2023
Follow these tips when opening a new credit card to save money, raise your credit score, and maximize your rewards.
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February 16, 2023
Our expert shares effective techniques for negotiating credit card debt and putting it behind you.
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January 8, 2023
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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February 7, 2023
If you need cash fast, an emergency loan is one solution and you can qualify even with bad credit. Learn about your options.
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May 13, 2022
Compare credit counseling and debt management plan (DMP) to debt settlement (debt relief) and bankruptcy.
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