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A Coronavirus Financial Plan: 5 Steps
Steve Tanner

November 2, 2025

If the economic upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic has you worried, focusing on creating…

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Who Can Access Your Credit Report and See Your Credit Score? The List Is Longer Than You Might Expect
Ben Gran

November 2, 2025

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

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How to Cancel a Credit Card
Peter Warden

November 2, 2025

Learn how to cancel a credit card safely to protect your finances and your credit score.

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What Are Debt Relief Loans?
Robin Hartill, CFP

November 2, 2025

Learn about debt consolidation loans, debt relief loans for bad credit, or government debt relief loans to choose the right option for you. Find out more here.

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Why Did My Credit Score Drop?
Ben Gran

November 2, 2025

Did you check your credit and ask, “Why Did My Credit Score Drop”? Learn 10 reasons why your credit score can suddenly drop and…

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How to Get Out of Credit Card Debt Fast
Richard Barrington

November 2, 2025

Get out of credit card debt fast with debt acceleration, consolidation, debt management, debt relief, or bankruptcy.

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7 Bad Ways to Pay Off Debt (and What to Do Instead)
Lyle Daly

November 1, 2025

Trying to decide what to do about your debt? Check out these bad debt payoff methods so you know what not to do.

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Budgeting Hacks: Ways to Start or Improve Your Budget
Thilini Wijesinhe

November 1, 2025

A budget can help you achieve your financial goals faster. Find out how to make a simple budget and stick to it.

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Why Dealing with Debt Isn’t as Scary as You Think
Ben Gran

November 1, 2025

Dealing with debt doesn’t have to be scary. Find out why and what you can…

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How to Improve Your Financial Health
Kailey Hagen

November 1, 2025

Your financial health is just as important as your physical health. Read these simple tips…

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Five Back-to-School Shopping Tips that Save Money
Ben Gran

November 1, 2025

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

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How Is Severance Pay Taxed: 2025 Guide
Maurie Backman

November 1, 2025

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

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Why You Should Have a Will, Even if You’re Not Rich
Kailey Hagen

November 1, 2025

A will is an essential legal document that you need, even if you’re not rich.…

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How to Deal with Debt Collectors
Maurie Backman

November 1, 2025

Fielding debt collection calls can be very stressful. Learn how to deal with debt collectors and manage that stress better.

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Student Loan Debt Forgiveness for Medical Workers
Lyle Daly

November 1, 2025

Should medical workers receive student loan debt forgiveness for their service during COVID-19? Learn about…

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Meet Our Clients: Mike M.
Jessica Thiefels

November 1, 2025

After years of feeling stuck, Mike M. contacted Freedom Debt Relief and took control of…

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Forget $5 Coffees. Here's How to Save Big Money and Slash Your Debt
Ben Gran

November 1, 2025

Cutting back on coffee could help you get out of debt. But here’s how to make even bigger moves.

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How Do You Know When Your Debt is Too Big to Try to Repay in Full?
Kimberly Rotter

November 1, 2025

When you’re drowning in debt, there’s a lifesaver to grab. Here are your options when your debt is too big.

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This Is the One Thing You Should Never Do When You're Dealing with Debt
Kimberly Rotter

November 1, 2025

When you need a fistful of cash to fix a financial problem, there’s one cookie jar you shouldn’t reach into.

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When Can a Credit Card Issuer Change My Interest Rate?
Lyle Daly

November 1, 2025

Credit card issuers can raise your interest rate, but there are rules they need to follow. Find out more.

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What Is Wage Garnishment?
Kailey Hagen

November 1, 2025

Wage garnishment can reduce your paychecks. Here’s how a creditor does it, and what you could do in response.

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How to Negotiate Your Credit Card Debt
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

November 1, 2025

Our expert shares effective techniques for negotiating credit card debt and putting it behind you.

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Is Debt Consolidation a Good Idea?
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2025

When is debt consolidation a good idea? Yes, debt consolidation is a good idea if you can gain a financial benefit. However, in certain cases, you might dig yourself...

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What’s the Statute of Limitations on Credit Card Debt? (Updated for 2025)
Lyle Daly

November 1, 2025

Creditors can’t come after you forever. Their power has an expiration date called the statute of limitations.

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Should You File Your Taxes Early This Year?
Brittney Myers

November 1, 2025

Filing early is the best way to fast-track your tax refund and thwart would-be thieves. Learn more.

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