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Natasha Etzel

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Natasha is a contributing writer for Freedom Debt Relief. She is a veteran professional financial writer. She provides realistic strategies to help readers improve their knowledge and change their financial situations.

What’s Your Financial Next Normal?
What’s Your Financial Next Normal?

March 28, 2026

Manifest a better financial future, and take these steps to make it happen. Here are tips for creating your new financial normal.

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How to create a bare-bones budget when you're in debt
How to Create a Bare-Bones Budget When You’re in Debt

April 18, 2026

Want to stop overspending? Learn how to create a bare-bones budget.

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Questions to Ask About Home Loans Before You Consolidate Debt
Questions to Ask About Home Loans Before You Consolidate Debt

March 29, 2026

A home equity loan could help you pay off debt. Learn the details before borrowing against your home.

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Cheap Christmas Ideas That Capture the Holiday Joy
Cheap Christmas Ideas That Capture the Holiday Joy

April 9, 2026

Want to avoid overspending this holiday season? Check out these cheap Christmas ideas that capture the holiday joy.

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Black Friday Savings and Shopping: 2020 Edition
Black Friday Savings and Shopping: 2025 Edition

March 29, 2026

Ready to stay in the black when you shop on Black Friday? Here are tips to save money and avoid debt.

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Balance Transfer vs. Consolidation Loan
Balance Transfer vs. Consolidation Loan

March 20, 2026

Looking for a way to manage multiple debts? Here’s how a balance transfer or consolidation loan could help.

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5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think
5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think—and How to Change Them

May 12, 2026

Small choices could cost a lot. Find out which financial habits you might want to leave behind.

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Does Eviction Protection Still Apply to You?
How to Pay Off Eviction Debt: A Complete Guide to Resolving Apartment Debt

April 14, 2026

Eviction debt can make it hard to find a rental and affect your credit. Learn how to pay it off and get back on track.

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Automated Debt Collection
What to Do About Automated Debt Collection Calls

March 18, 2026

Many debt collection agencies send automated debt collection messages. Find out what you can do about it.

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How to Budget Groceries When Prices Keep Going Up
How to Budget Groceries When Prices Keep Going Up

April 1, 2026

You have to eat. But prices keep going up. Learn some old and new tricks that might help keep grocery costs down.

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