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Kailey Hagen

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Kailey is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and has been writing about finance, including credit cards, banking, insurance, and retirement, since 2013. Her advice has been featured in major personal finance publications.

Now’s the Time to Deal with Holiday Debt – Here’s How
Now’s the Time to Deal with Holiday Debt—Here’s How

January 31, 2026

How do you get rid of your holiday debt and move to a healthier financial…

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How to respond to a court summons for credit card debt
How to Respond to a Court Summons For Credit Card Debt

January 31, 2026

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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How much debt can be forgiven with debt settlement
How Much Debt Can Be Forgiven With Debt Settlement?

February 3, 2026

Got too much debt? Here’s how debt settlement might help.

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Frozen Bank Account
Why a Bank Account Could be Frozen and How to Deal With It

February 4, 2026

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

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How to Get Student Loan Debt Relief
How to Find Student Loan Debt Relief

February 4, 2026

What is student loan debt relief and how to get student loan debt forgiveness.

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Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans
Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans

February 5, 2026

If you live in an underbanked neighborhood, you might think that predatory loans are your…

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What Can Debt Collectors Do
What Can Debt Collectors Do?

February 5, 2026

Debt collectors have to follow laws when they contact you. Here's what they can and can’t do, and how to follow up.

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Access to Credit: Auto Loans and Mobility
Auto Loans, Mobility, and Your Ability to Pursue Opportunities

February 5, 2026

Auto loan debt is a fact of life for most in the U.S. given the…

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 How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much
How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much?

February 6, 2026

If credit card debt is hurting you financially or emotionally, it's time to get rid of it. Here's what you could do.

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Debt Relief for Business Owners
Business Debt Settlement: Complete Guide for Small Business Owners [2025]

February 7, 2026

These 11 business debt relief methods could help you get rid of the debt and keep your business running.

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