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Lyle Daly

Personal finance expert

Lyle is a financial writer for Freedom Debt Relief. He also covers investing research and analysis for The Motley Fool and has contributed to Evergreen Wealth and Monarch Money.

Is Credit Card Debt Settlement Worth the Credit Score Hit?
Is Credit Card Debt Settlement Worth the Credit Score Hit?

March 5, 2026

Debt settlement could be the right financial move, even if your credit score drops along the way.

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Maxed out credit cards
Maxed-Out Credit Cards: Why It's Bad and What to Do About It

March 11, 2026

Getting close to your credit limit? Already there? Here’s what happens next, and how to get it back under control.

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How to Get Student Loan Debt Relief
4 Common Financial Mistakes New Grads Make

March 22, 2026

Top money mistakes that new grads make. Mistakes include failing to budget, not establishing a savings habit and blowing windfalls instead of saving them.

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Are There Legit Debt Relief Programs?
Are There Legit Debt Relief Programs?

May 3, 2026

There are legit debt relief programs, and our guide explains how to find one that’s right for you.

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Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step by Step Guide
Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step-by-Step Guide

March 1, 2026

Loan forbearance might be a good solution if you’re struggling. Here’s how to talk to your creditors about it.

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IRS scam phone call
IRS Scam? The Tax Debt Compromise Program Phone Call

April 20, 2026

Got a robocall about settling tax debt? Learn the difference between legit IRS programs and costly tax relief scams.

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Debt Consolidation Loan Requirements
Debt Consolidation Loan Requirements

March 13, 2026

Here’s what lenders look at when you apply for a debt consolidation loan.

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Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?
Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?

March 15, 2026

It might actually be easier to get a balance transfer card now. Find out more.

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How Your Credit Score Is Determined
The Good, Fair, and Poor: How Your Credit Score Is Determined

March 20, 2026

Payment history is the biggest credit score factor. But what else figures in? Get the details you need here.

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6 Ways to Plan for a Debt-Free Holiday
The Gift of Financial Freedom—How to Avoid Holiday Debt

February 28, 2026

It’s the most wonderful—and expensive—time of year. Here’s how to stay out of holiday debt.

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