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Lyle Daly

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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.

The Psychological Benefits of Settling Your Debts
The Psychological Benefits of Settling Your Debts 

September 20, 2025

Need another reason to get rid of debt other than getting your financial life in order? You could feel better emotionally.

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Teach Your Kids How to Use a Credit Card Before College
Teach Your Kids How to Use a Credit Card Before College

September 22, 2025

Before they go to college, or maybe even before, you'll want to teach your kids…

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When Can a Credit Card Issuer Change My Interest Rate
When Can a Credit Card Issuer Change My Interest Rate?

October 6, 2025

Credit card issuers can raise your interest rate, but there are rules they need to follow. Find out more.

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4 Bad Ways to Pay Off Debt
5 Bad Ways to Pay Off Debt (and what to do instead)

September 23, 2025

There are better and worse ways to approach paying off your debts. Some types of…

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Debt Settlement, Taxes, and Your 2018 Filing
Debt Settlement Taxes: Understanding the Tax Implications of Forgiven Debt [Updated for 2025]

September 19, 2025

One of the last steps in negotiating debt is figuring out your potential tax bill. Learn about debt settlement taxes here.

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Five Facts About Debt Collector Calls You Need to Know
Ten Facts About Debt Collector Calls You Need to Know

October 3, 2025

When you're struggling with debt and trying to make payments, the last thing you need…

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Secured credit card vs Prepaid debit card
What’s the Difference Between a Secured Credit Card and a Prepaid Debit Card?

September 18, 2025

Secured credit cards and prepaid debit cards serve different purposes. Learn the differences.

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Bill Consolidation
What Is Bill Consolidation?

September 19, 2025

Learn how to consolidate bills with debt consolidation loans or debt management plans.

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Student Loan Forgiveness
Student Loan Forgiveness

October 4, 2025

Student loan forgiveness programs may help you get out of student loan debt. Learn how to qualify for student loan forgiveness, settlement, and bankruptcy.

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

October 1, 2025

Why is it bad to max out your credit card? Learn how to deal with maxed-out credit cards and get debt under control.

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