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Debt settlement is a way to negotiate with creditors to accept a reduced payment on debt. Learn more about the pros and cons of debt settlement programs.

In need of debt relief? Try these tips to choose the right company to help you get rid of your debt.

The ability to be invisible may work for superheroes, but it's not great for personal finances. Here's how to be seen.

Five-figure credit card debt is common. Find out what you could do about it.

People with high credit scores are falling behind on credit card payments. Here’s what it means, and how to handle it.

Debt collectors have to follow certain rules. Here’s what to do if you’re contacted for a debt you never racked up.

Ready to tackle your credit card balances? Here's how to break it down and know which one to pay off first.

Getting rid of credit card debt without paying anything is very rare, but you might be able to repay less than the full amount. Our expert explains.

The financial impact of coronavirus has many of us worried about retirement. Here are some…

FDR has assembled a list of federal government benefits and programs that could help families…

If you qualify and receive a stimulus check under the CARES Act, how could you…

Whenever there is an emergency, the scammers appear, and the pandemic is no exception. Learn…

Even in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, debt collectors may still call you. Find…

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? Lenders, employers, landlords…and more. Learn how to protect your privacy and rights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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