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Should You Consider Filing for Credit Card Debt Bankruptcy?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

November 2, 2024

If you’re overwhelmed by creditor phone calls, collection letters, or lawsuits, filing for bankruptcy forces your creditors to suspend collection activity. You cannot legally...

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11 Tips for Talking to Your Partner about Debt
John Russo

November 2, 2024

Find out how you and your significant other can make a plan to save more…

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What Are Veteran Debt Relief Grants?
Erik J. Martin

November 2, 2024

Debt relief programs for veterans and active servicemembers can help with certain debts.

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Debt Settlement vs. Debt Consolidation: Which Is Right for You?
Richard Barrington

November 2, 2024

Debt consolidation helps you reorganize your debt. Debt settlement is for people who can’t afford their debts.

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Debt Relief Programs: How They Work and What to Look For
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

November 2, 2024

The debt relief program is a way to reduce what you owe on credit cards and other debt by convincing creditors to accept less than you owe.

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Is Your Debt Relief Company Legit?
Aimee Bennett

November 2, 2024

Is your debt relief company legit? How about all those other debt relief companies? Not all of them are, so learn more about how to find one that is.

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Tips for Choosing a Debt Relief Company
Peter Warden

November 2, 2024

How to choose a debt settlement company.

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Debt Load and Your Finances
Richard Barrington

November 2, 2024

Debt load measures how big a burden your debts are becoming so you can plan to keep your payments manageable.

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Tax Consequences of Debt Settlement
Richard Barrington

November 2, 2024

Having debt canceled can result in a tax liability, which you should understand before you pursue cancellation.

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The Gift of Financial Freedom - How to Avoid Holiday Debt
Thilini Wijesinhe

November 2, 2024

With the right plan, you can enjoy the festive season without getting into holiday debt.

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Can You Get An Emergency Loan With Bad Credit?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

November 1, 2024

If you need cash fast, an emergency loan is one solution and you can qualify even with bad credit. Learn about your options.

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Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Aimee Bennett

November 1, 2024

A North Carolina resident found success in paying off her debt with the Freedom Debt Relief program. Learn why she opted for debt relief over bankruptcy.

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How to Find Tax Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2024

The IRS offers several types of tax debt relief programs. Options include repayment plans, Offer in Compromise and Fresh Start Program.

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Recovering from a Contractor Gone Wrong…Without Bankruptcy
Aimee Bennett

November 1, 2024

After a botched home renovation left her struggling with debt, Pamela L. turned to Freedom Debt Relief for assistance and to avoid resorting to bankruptcy.

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Debt Consolidation vs Bankruptcy for Debt Problems: Which Is Better?
Erik J. Martin

November 1, 2024

Debt consolidation and bankruptcy are very different solutions for debt problems. What's better for you?

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How to Find Student Loan Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2024

What is student loan debt relief and how to get student loan debt forgiveness.

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How to Be Debt-Free by Retirement
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2024

How to retire debt-free: Should I pay off my mortgage before I retire?

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5 Steps to Get Debt-Free Fast
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2024

Five steps you can take to get debt-free faster so you can start to enjoy the benefits now and in the future.

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Best Ways to Get Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

November 1, 2024

Help yourself get out of debt with these lifestyle changes and better money management.

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Client Stories: Mounting Credit Card Interest Prompts Action
Aimee Bennett

November 1, 2024

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

November 1, 2024

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

November 1, 2024

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

November 1, 2024

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

November 1, 2024

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

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Financial House Cleaning: How to Organize Your Finances in 2021
Anna Baluch

November 1, 2024

Just like a messy home, messy finances can be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a…

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Meet Our Clients: Maxine T.
Anna Baluch

November 1, 2024

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

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Meet our Clients: Chris A.
Anna Baluch

November 1, 2024

Freedom Debt Relief is passionate about helping everyday Americans move towards a better financial future.…

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Meet Our Clients: Laura A.
Anna Baluch

November 1, 2024

Our Freedom Debt Relief clients have each taken a journey to get on the path…

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Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?
Sara Korn

November 1, 2024

Due to the coronavirus financial crisis, lenders are making it harder to get a balance…

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Meet Our Clients: Patti B.
Anna Baluch

October 31, 2024

Freedom Debt Relief shares our client stories of facing down debt and moving to a…

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Will Updates to the PPP Provide Any Small Business Debt Relief?
Sara Korn

October 31, 2024

Learn how the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 compares to the PPP in…

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Americans Spending Stimulus Check on Bills, Debt
Sara Korn

October 31, 2024

Americans are using stimulus checks on bills, essentials, savings, and paying down debt. But using…

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Need to Skip a Loan Payment Because of COVID-19? Talk to Your Lender Now
Molly Zilli

October 31, 2024

It's normal to question whether you'll need to skip a loan payment during these precarious…

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Debt Relief for Business Owners
Michael Micheletti

October 31, 2024

Debt is a familiar problem for small businesses. Learn about the debt relief options available…

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Best Apps to Payoff Credit Card Debt
Thilini Wijesinhe

October 31, 2024

Paying down debt isn't easy, but it doesn't have to be hard either, particularly if…

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How to pay off credit card debt: strategies, comparisons, and tips
Aaron Crowe

October 31, 2024

Paying off your credit card debt can seem overwhelming. We’ve come up with 7 ways to do it within 3 years or so.

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How to Manage Student Loan Debt
Justine Nelson

October 31, 2024

If you have a large student debt load, you're not alone. Here are several options…

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Survey: Americans Are (Still) Struggling With Debt
Tammi Huang

October 31, 2024

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

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Meet Our Clients: Peggy and Howard
John Russo

October 31, 2024

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

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Study: Freedom Debt Relief Helps Clients Reduce Stress
John Russo

October 31, 2024

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

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4 Bad Ways to Pay Off Debt
Charla Myers

October 31, 2024

There are better and worse ways to approach paying off your debts. Some types of…

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10 Warning Signs of Financial Trouble
Tammi Huang

October 31, 2024

Understanding how to spot the warning signs of financial trouble is the first step toward…

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The Case for Debt Settlement: The AFCC Study
Ann Condron

October 31, 2024

This infographic of a 2017 study by the American Fair Credit Council (AFCC) shows how…

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The Truth About America’s Debt Crisis
Tammi Huang

October 31, 2024

What is the American debt crisis, and what can you do to become less of…

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Does Paying Off Debt Improve Your Credit Profile?
Tammi Huang

October 31, 2024

Many people who have debt problems often suffer from a bad credit profile as well.…

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What is a 401k Plan?
Jacqueline Backman

October 31, 2024

What is a 401k plan? If you're just starting out, or even if you have been working for a while, learn more about using a 401k to save for your retirement.

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Couponing: A Beginner’s Guide
Sarah Li Cain

October 31, 2024

Whether you clip them out of newspapers, flyers, grab them when you enter the store,…

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How to Deal With Overdraft and a Negative Bank Account
Erik J. Martin

October 31, 2024

Significant consequences can result from having a negative bank account, including fees. You can fix a negative account by transferring money from another account, avoiding transactions with the overdrawn account, and other strategies.

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5 Unexpected legal outcomes of ignoring credit card debt
Richard Barrington

October 31, 2024

Learn what might happen if you ignore your credit card debt, and the best ways to handle it.

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