Maurie Backman

A part-time salary doesn’t have to stop you from becoming debt-free.

Tired of constant collection calls? Here's how to get them to stop, and when it’s a good idea.

You can’t slash every expense, but here are a few that may be easier to cut than you’d expect.

High-interest debt can cost you a lot, quickly. Here’s what to do about it.

Roth IRAs give you a lot of flexibility with your retirement money. But should you use yours to get out of debt?

Even if money is tight this year, you can enjoy the holidays without debt. Find…

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

Debt collectors have to follow certain rules. Here’s what to do if you’re contacted for a debt you never racked up.

Debt consolidation and bankruptcy each offer a path through overwhelming debt, just in very different ways.