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Maurie Backman

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Maurie Backman is a personal finance writer with over 10 years of experience. Her coverage areas include retirement, investing, real estate, and credit and debt management.

Debt Relief for Bad Credit
Debt Relief for Bad Credit

March 27, 2026

Bad credit doesn't have to stop you from getting debt relief. Check out your options here.

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Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt
Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt

April 12, 2026

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

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Holiday Debt: 6 Tips to Obliterate What You Owe
Holiday Debt: 6 Tips to Obliterate What You Owe

April 14, 2026

Don't let holiday debt drag on. Here's how to wipe out that debt and avoid a repeat.

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How to Avoid Car Repo
How to Avoid Car Repo

March 15, 2026

You probably need your car to function. Here’s how to avoid car repossession.

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What to Do When Your Spouse Loses Their Job
What to Do When Your Spouse Loses Their Job: A Complete Guide

March 20, 2026

Losing a job could throw your spouse and finances for a loop. Here’s how to cope.

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What Happens if I Miss a Loan Payment?
What Happens if I Miss a Loan Payment?

March 11, 2026

Missed loan payments can happen to the best of us. Here's what happens when you miss a payment, and how to avoid it.

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How Big Should My Emergency Fund Be if I Want to Avoid Debt?
How Big Should My Emergency Fund Be if I Want to Avoid Debt?

April 2, 2026

Your emergency fund could shield you from debt. Read on to see how much savings it takes to stay debt-free.

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Food Prices Spike: How to Update Your Grocery Budget
How to Budget for Groceries

March 16, 2026

Food costs are up. Here’s how to budget for groceries at a time when prices are spiking.

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What’s a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio?
How to Reduce Your Debt-to-Income Ratio

March 28, 2026

A lower debt-to-income ratio could help you get a loan and manage your bills more easily. Here’s how to get one.

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Can Medical Bills Go To Collections?
Can Medical Bills Go To Collections?

May 1, 2026

Unpaid medical bills can go to collections. Here's how to handle it.

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