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Laid-off workers get taxed on severance pay, adding insult to injury after a job loss. Here’s how it might impact you.

Building an emergency fund is one of the best decisions you'll ever make for your finances.

Furlough, layoff, and termination may sound the same, but the differences are key. Here’s what they mean.

If your bank account is in the negative, it can cost you money. Find out how to clear a negative bank balance here.

If you have five minutes a week, you can likely cut your grocery bill with couponing. Here's how to get started.

Who can access your credit report? Lenders, employers, landlords…and more. Learn how to protect your privacy and rights.

Many Utah residents find themselves in debt, but plenty are working their way out of it too. Here's how you could join them.

New Hampshire debt levels increased from 2020 to 2025. Learn more about how debt trends have changed among debt relief seekers.

Building your financial literacy can improve your life in countless ways.

At Freedom Debt Relief, we know that discrimination within the financial industry exists. Learn more…

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

Settling a lawsuit can be a major financial victory. Here’s when it may also involve paying taxes.

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

Overspending could be your brain chasing rewards. Learn how to retrain it to spend smarter.

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

A perfect credit score of 850 makes every aspect of your financial life easier. Here's how to get there.

While very rare, the lowest possible credit score is 300. However, any credit score under 500 is low and under 580 is sub-prime.

Most families are willing to stretch their finances to pay for college. Here are our tips.

Freedom Debt Relief is a unique program with its own dedicated team, its process, and website. Here’s what you need to know.

New Mexico debt relief seekers have seen average debt increase in recent years. Here are the debt relief options that might help.

If your electric bill is getting really high, several proven strategies could bring it down.

Home equity loans can be used for nearly anything, but they're a natural fit for home projects. Learn more here.

Sued for credit card debt? Breathe. Prepare. Here, we help you understand what you could do about it.

It’s possible to defend yourself in a lawsuit for credit card debt, or reduce the amount you owe. Here’s what you need to know.

Late payments should go away on their own. Here's when that happens—and what to do if it doesn't.

You’ve got rights even when debt collectors are threatening to sue. Here’s how to avoid a debt collection lawsuit.