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Is a Debt Relief Program a Good Idea for You?
Robin Hartill, CFP

December 17, 2025

Is a debt relief program your best choice? Find out the pros and cons of each option so you can pick the path that’s right for you.

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Couponing: A Beginner’s Guide
Brittney Myers

December 17, 2025

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

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
Ben Gran

December 17, 2025

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances. From taxes, to healthcare, to unemployment, here’s…

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How to Stop Credit Card Collection Calls
Cole Tretheway

December 17, 2025

Learn your rights and how to stop collection calls from credit card companies and debt collectors.

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When Is the Right Time to Open a New Credit Card?
Ashley Maready

December 17, 2025

Follow these tips when opening a new credit card to save money, raise your credit score, and maximize your rewards.

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Payday Loan Consolidation: What Are My Best Options?
Richard Barrington

December 17, 2025

Payday loans and cash advances are very expensive. Payday loan consolidation can give you a lower interest rate and more time to repay your debt.

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Basic Money Management Skills Everyone Should Have
Aly J. Yale

December 17, 2025

Everyone needs basic money management skills. They can help you save money and stay out of debt.

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How to Save $100 by Unsubscribing from Entertainment Apps
Cole Tretheway

December 17, 2025

Many of us have no idea what we spend on subscription services every year. How…

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Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often
Ashley Maready

December 17, 2025

Are you likely to pay more for a mortgage if you’re LGBTQ+? Possibly. Find out more here.

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How to Build Credit after Domestic Abuse
Anna Baluch

December 17, 2025

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ve compiled this list of tips on how…

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Learn a New Language: The Language of Money
Maurie Backman

December 17, 2025

Looking for a productive way to spend your extra time at home during quarantine? Learn…

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What is a grace period
Richard Barrington

December 17, 2025

A grace period could help you manage cash flow when bills are due, or save money on credit card purchases. Learn how to manage your grace periods.

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11 Creative Ways to Save for Emergencies When You’re Broke
Lindsay Vansomeren

December 17, 2025

Being broke could make you a super-saver who builds wealth. Here’s how to save when you don’t have any to spare.

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6 Real-Life Ways to Get Rid of Debt Faster
Ben Gran

December 17, 2025

Was your debt caused by a short-term crisis or long-term budget problems? Explore these debt relief options.

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Business Debt Settlement: Complete Guide for Small Business Owners [2025]
Kailey Hagen

December 17, 2025

These 11 business debt relief methods could help you get rid of the debt and keep your business running.

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Understanding Bankruptcy and Debt
Brittney Myers

December 17, 2025

Bankruptcy is an option to deal with debt, but not your only one. Learn more about bankruptcy and other debt solutions here.

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Client Stories: Mounting Credit Card Interest Prompts Action
Aimee Bennett

December 17, 2025

A story about a Freedom Debt Relief client who funded his college life with credit cards and faced mounting credit card interest.

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Client Stories: Unexpected Life Circumstances Build Up To Debt Challenge
Aimee Bennett

December 17, 2025

A story about a Freedom Debt Relief client who faced a debt challenge after funding her college life with credit cards, and had unexpected medical expenses.

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#MyFreedomDebtStory: The Story, the Contest, the Winners
Aimee Bennett

December 17, 2025

We recently invited Freedom Debt Relief graduates to submit videos about their experiences in the…

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How Could the New Biden Administration Affect My Money?
Steve Tanner

December 17, 2025

With the inauguration of President Biden, taxes, student loan debt, healthcare, and other economic policies…

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#MyFreedomDebtStory: The Story, the Contest, and the Winners
Tanya Peterson

December 17, 2025

We recently invited Freedom Debt Relief graduates to submit videos about their experiences in the…

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Does Paying Off Your Credit Cards Help Your Credit Score?
Maurie Backman

December 17, 2025

Paying off your credit cards? Congrats! Here’s how that could impact your credit score for the better.

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Is Debt Consolidation a Good Idea?
Richard Barrington

December 17, 2025

Debt consolidation could make your debt burden easier to handle. Decide if it’s an option for your situation.

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Why Did My Credit Score Drop?
Ben Gran

December 17, 2025

Wondering “Why did my credit score drop”? You’re not alone. See the biggest reasons why credit scores go up or down.

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Cheap Christmas Ideas That Capture the Holiday Joy
Natasha Etzel

December 17, 2025

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

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Meet Our Clients: Maxine T.
Anna Baluch

December 16, 2025

Freedom Debt Relief strives to help everyday Americans resolve their debts and create brighter financial…

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