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Meet Our Clients: Laura A.
Anna Baluch

June 28, 2025

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

June 28, 2025

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

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

June 28, 2025

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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Meet Our Clients: Peggy and Howard
John Russo

June 28, 2025

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

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Best Apps to Help Pay Off Student Loans Faster
Ben Gran

June 28, 2025

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

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How to Buy a House with Bad Credit
Kailey Hagen

June 28, 2025

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

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Credit Card Debt Forgiveness
Rebecca Lake

June 28, 2025

Credit card debt forgiveness can happen through bankruptcy or debt settlement. Debt settlement means negotiating a lower payoff for your credit card debt. Bankruptcy...

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Meet Our Clients: Patti B.
Anna Baluch

June 28, 2025

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

June 28, 2025

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

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The Case for Debt Settlement: The AFCC Study
Ann Condron

June 28, 2025

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

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The Pros and Cons of Loan Refinancing
Molly Zilli

June 28, 2025

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

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The Truth About America’s Debt Crisis
Tammi Huang

June 28, 2025

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

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Auto Loans, Mobility, and Your Ability to Pursue Opportunities
Kailey Hagen

June 28, 2025

Auto loan debt is a fact of life for most in the U.S. given the…

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Do You Need to Change Your Spending Habits?
Ashley Maready

June 28, 2025

If you are facing a rough patch with your finances, maybe you need to change…

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How to Use a Secured Credit Card and Build Credit
Karen Cordaway

June 28, 2025

Secured credit cards can help you start building or rebuilding your credit in a matter of months. Discover how they work here.

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Hardship Loans for Bad Credit
Erik J. Martin

June 28, 2025

Hardships are never easy to experience, but you may be able to weather the storm with these options.

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Should Your Company Reimburse Work-From-Home Expenses?
Ashley Maready

June 28, 2025

If you’re working remotely and wondering if your company is required to reimburse you for…

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How Can I Find Government Credit Card Debt Relief Programs?
Rebecca Lake

June 28, 2025

Are there government credit card debt relief programs? No, but other credit card debt relief programs might be helpful to you.

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Can Debt Collectors Take Money From Your Bank Account?

Can creditors garnish your bank account, how long does it take to garnish a bank account, can your savings account be garnished

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Debt Validation Letter - How to Validate a Debt
Richard Barrington

June 28, 2025

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.

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Should You Go Debt-Free? Pros and Cons of Debt-Free Living

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.

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What Is The Difference Between a Credit Report and a Credit Score?
Robin Hartill, CFP

June 28, 2025

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

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Pros and Cons of Debt Consolidation
Peter Warden

June 27, 2025

Learn the pros and cons of debt consolidation

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Did the Fed Just Help You with Your Credit Card Debt?
Anna Baluch

June 27, 2025

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

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Access to Credit: Predatory Lending and Payday Loans
Ben Gran

June 27, 2025

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

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Why a Bank Account Could be Frozen and How to Deal With It
Kailey Hagen

June 27, 2025

A frozen bank account can be the result of numerous things, including suspected fraud, unpaid debts, or illegal activity. Learning that your bank account is frozen can be a little unnerving

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