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When should you validate a debt? When a debt collector contacts you, respond within 30 days or they may assume the debt is legitimate. Learn how to validate a debt.

Your credit report and credit score are different, but closely related. Learn how one affects the other.

Debt-free living does not mean never borrowing — it means managing your borrowing and developing good spending habits. Here's how to achieve your debt-free goals.

Learn the pros and cons of debt consolidation

The Fed’s new policy might affect your credit card debt. Find out how and what…

If you live in an underbanked neighborhood, you might think that predatory loans are your…

Wondering if a debt relief company will help or harm? Here’s how to know if you’ve found a legit one.

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

Learn how and why money could be taken from your bank account, and what you can do about it.

Financial literacy can help you save money, get out of debt, and live a better life. Find out more here.

Even if your financial stress is at an all time high, there are ways to…

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

Even if money is tight this year, you can enjoy the holidays without debt. Find…

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

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

Ready to finish the year strong? We have 12 smart money tips to get you there.

Your credit score affects many aspects of your life. If your score is less than stellar, don't worry. There are several ways to fix your credit.

2019 was a year with a record low unbanked rate, but the pandemic changed this…

Card denial isn’t the end of the story—use it as a step toward stronger credit and future approvals.

Paying off credit cards can help your credit scores in the long run. However, there are some situations where credit cards can hurt your scores if you're not careful.

What is household wealth, how is household wealth calculated, household net worth equals your assets minus liabilities

A second round of stimulus checks would be helpful but they aren’t the key to…

If you're struggling to get a handle on your household budget, keep in mind that there are always ways to save more money. Read our savings ideas here.

A rule keeping medical debt off credit reports has been struck down by the courts, but some protections remain in place.

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.

A part-time salary doesn’t have to stop you from becoming debt-free.