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Using your home equity to pay off debt could be a smart choice. But it's important to know the pros and cons before paying off debt with a home equity loan.

How much equity you can borrow from your home depends on its value, your mortgage…

It is necessary to make a 20% down payment when buying a home? We interviewed…

It's important that you learn how to use home equity if you choose to use some of your home's value to make home improvements, pay off debt, or pay tuition.

Tax experts from H&R Block discuss how to plan for taxes throughout the year and prepare for changes to your W-4 coming up in 2019.

Want to get out of debt faster? Learn 6 surprising methods of paying down your credit card debt that most people have never considered before.

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

Are you considering a consolidation loan to help pay off your student loan debt? This article will help you decide if it’s right for you.

If you're stressed out about all the supplies you'll need to get for your kids…

If you're unsure of where to begin planning for your financial future, there are many…

If you're in the market for a new home and looking to take out a…

Many soon-to-be parents are curious about the costs of raising a kid or two, or…

These five Instagram accounts feature people who paid off more than six figures’ worth of…

39% of people we surveyed stated their college education wasn’t worth the cost, so we asked financial experts to weigh in on how to deal with student debt

Choosing a health insurance plan can be tricky. Get started by learning about these 13 health insurance terms to help educate yourself.

If you're about to put your home on the market, then you'll want to check out these low cost and relatively simple ways to increase home value on a budget.

Poor credit loans are available to many borrowers who have low credit scores, but they carry their share of downsides and should be carefully researched.

For many of us, our introduction to financial health and planning came from our dad…

If you're worried about how you're going to finally pay for your college education, become…

Our recent survey revealed what our debt problem looks like, but what can those struggling…

Our latest survey revealed that 60% of Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. If that…

Don’t let the year pass you by without checking these eight things. It will help you stay on top of your financial goals!

Find out how to save money on your next summer vacation by setting up a vacation budget, finding fun free events, and more.

Find out how our clients, Peggy and Howard Powell saved money and got out of…

Find out how a budget could help you save more money—even if you hate math. We have 5 easy ways to keep you on track with minimal math.

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning and spend more…

Not so long ago, cash was the preferred method of payment for daily purchases, but times have certainly changed. As consumer shopping behaviors have evolved (think Amazon and online shopping) so has our relationship with credit cards and debt. Credit can cloud our view of spending, making it easy to forget how much we haveRead more Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

A study from the L. William Seidman Research Institute found that Freedom Debt Relief helps…

Looking for a bad credit loan? Find out where to get a bad credit loan, how to make sure your bad credit loan is legit, and more.

Will refinancing save you money? Before you make the decision to refinance, weigh the pros and cons of refinancing a loan.

Whether money’s tight or you’re trying to get out of debt faster, you’re probably wondering how to reduce expenses and save money. Here are some tips.

Explore some of the most commonly asked questions about credit scores and get a deeper understanding of how they’re calculated and the steps you can take to improve your score.

Wondering how to buy a house with bad credit? It’s more difficult, but it is…

Are you struggling to pay for college or eager to repay student loan debt. Here…

Cash-out refinancing can help free up cash for emergencies or other expenses. But it's important to understand the pros and cons of cash-out refinance.

When you refinance a loan, you’re getting a new loan to pay off the previous…

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

If you're in the market for a house or plan to refinance one, you may want to brush up on your mortgage vocabulary to help you make informed choices.

Debt settlement taxes may not be something you consider when you choose to lower your…

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

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

What is zero-based budgeting? It's a smart way to track your income and expenses, but you should also be aware of zero-based budgeting pros and cons.

One of the best ways to improve your overall financial health, is to improve your credit score. Here are 5 tips on how to do just that.

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

Ready to learn how to budget? After you master these basic budgeting tips, you’ll know all you need to start managing your financial future.

There’s a new credit score on the block. Read this to find out what you…

Find out how 2018 tax changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect…

Learn how consumer credit counseling works, pros and cons of consumer credit counseling, and how to choose the right credit counseling agency for you.