Debt Relief Articles

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

December 19, 2023

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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Tips for Choosing a Debt Relief Company
Peter Warden

August 17, 2023

How to choose a debt settlement company.

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Is Your Debt Relief Company Legit?
Aimee Bennett

August 17, 2023

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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What Are Debt Relief Services?
Rebecca Lake

August 17, 2023

You may seek debt-relief services when you need help with debt. Companies that provide such services work with your creditors on your behalf to reduce...

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How Long Does it Take to Garnish a Bank Account?
Peter Warden

May 31, 2023

When can a bank take your money; can debt collectors take money from your bank account.

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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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How Long Does Debt Relief Take?
Richard Barrington

March 7, 2023

All debt relief takes time, but debt settlement generally gets your credit back on track faster than bankruptcy. Learn more here.

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Taking Responsibility for Debt While Avoiding Bankruptcy
Aimee Bennett

September 3, 2022

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

August 21, 2022

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

July 20, 2022

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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Medical Bill Debt Relief Options
Anna Baluch

June 15, 2022

If you've taken on a sizable debt load because of a medical emergency or otherwise need help, various medical bill debt relief options are available to you.

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What Are Veteran Debt Relief Grants?
Erik J. Martin

June 2, 2022

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

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Debt Relief Options
Erik J. Martin

April 25, 2022

Debt relief options like debt settlement, debt management and bankruptcy can help you get rid of debt that you can’t afford.

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How to Find Student Loan Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

April 13, 2022

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

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How to Find SBA Debt Relief
Aly J. Yale

April 7, 2022

How to get debt relief for small business loans. Can you settle SBA loans?

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Scam? The Tax Debt Compromise Program Phone Call
Erik J. Martin

April 7, 2022

Is the tax debt compromise program phone call a scam? here's how to tell.

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What Are Debt Relief Loans?
Richard Barrington

March 30, 2022

Find debt relief loans including debt consolidation loans, debt relief loans for bad credit or government debt relief loans. Debt management plans may also be an option.

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

March 30, 2022

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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How to Cancel a Credit Card
Peter Warden

March 21, 2022

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

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Best Ways to Get Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

March 10, 2022

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

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What Is a Government Debt Relief Program?
Rebecca Lake

February 21, 2022

Government debt relief programs exist for student debt, tax debt, and certain mortgage debt. However, there is no government credit card debt program, so...

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#MyFreedomDebtStory: The Story, the Contest, the Winners
Aimee Bennett

January 11, 2022

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

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How to Stop Debt Collection Calls
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 31, 2021

If your debt has gone to collections, debt collection calls can be intrusive and stressful. Learn your rights and how to stop debt collector calls.

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#MyFreedomDebtStory: The Story, the Contest, and the Winners
Tanya Peterson

January 19, 2021

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

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

June 11, 2020

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

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

April 9, 2020

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

December 13, 2019

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

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

June 7, 2019

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

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Study: Freedom Debt Relief Helps Clients Reduce Stress
John Russo

April 12, 2019

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

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Five Facts About Debt Collector Calls You Need to Know
John Russo

December 16, 2018

When you're struggling with debt and trying to make payments, the last thing you need…

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Saving Your Sanity: How to Deal with Debt Collectors
John Russo

August 22, 2018

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

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The Case for Debt Settlement: The AFCC Study
Ann Condron

February 21, 2018

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

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6 Signs You May Have Too Much Debt
John Russo

July 26, 2017

Read this to find out if it’s time to explore a debt consolidation loan, debt reduction, or other type of debt help. Freedom Debt Relief share pros and cons of every debt solution strategy to help find what's best for you!

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The Truth About America’s Debt Crisis
Tammi Huang

July 3, 2017

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

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