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What Is Community Property and How Does it Affect Me?
Rebecca Lake

January 8, 2026

Community property is a legal term for assets and debts acquired in a marriage. Learn how community property rules could impact divorce and inheritance.

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How to Get a Debt Consolidation Loan With Bad Credit
Rebecca Lake

January 8, 2026

How to consolidate debt if you have bad credit. Bad credit debt consolidation loans can help you lower your payments and your interest rate.

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How to Stop Debt Collection Calls
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 8, 2026

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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Is a Credit Card Secured or Unsecured Debt?
Richard Barrington

January 8, 2026

Not sure whether a secured or unsecured card is right for you? Here’s how to make the right choice.

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What is Unsecured Debt?
Richard Barrington

January 8, 2026

You may have heard the term unsecured debt and wondered what it means. Learn more about unsecured debt, secured debt, and how to manage them both.

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Government Shutdown: What Can Federal Workers Do If They Can't Pay Their Bills?
Kimberly Rotter

January 8, 2026

If you're facing a temporary pause to your paychecks during a government shutdown, what can you do?

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4 Numbers to Know Before You Consolidate Your Debt
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

January 8, 2026

Make the best possible debt consolidation decision (and dodge roadblocks) by knowing these four numbers.

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How to Prioritize Debt Payments in Your Budget
Dana George

January 8, 2026

Learn how to set up your budget, maintain your priorities, and make that debt go away.

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How to Create a Bare-Bones Budget When You’re in Debt
Natasha Etzel

January 8, 2026

Want to stop overspending? Learn how to create a bare-bones budget.

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What Happens If You Stop Paying Your Bills?
Rebecca Lake

January 8, 2026

Financial hardship can put you behind on bills and spell trouble for your credit. Here's how to get back on track.

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How to Get Back on Track After Missing Debt Payments
Natasha Etzel

January 8, 2026

You can recover after falling behind on debt payments. We’ll show you how to get back on track.

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How Much Can You Usually Settle a Debt For?
Dana George

January 8, 2026

Debt settlement could help you significantly reduce your debt and put it behind you. Find out how much you could offer.

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How to Consolidate Credit Card Debt
Rebecca Lake

January 8, 2026

Credit card consolidation can make it easier to pay off credit card balances. Learn how to successfully consolidate credit card debt and avoid credit consolidation mistakes.

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Bankruptcy: Understand Your Options
Richard Barrington

January 8, 2026

Learn about the bankruptcy options available to individuals. Bankruptcy options for individuals include Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11.

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Study: Freedom Debt Relief Helps Clients Reduce Stress
John Russo

January 8, 2026

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

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Balances at a Historic Low: Time to Get Credit Card Debt Under Control
Anna Baluch

January 8, 2026

Surprisingly, the coronavirus pandemic is the perfect time to get your credit card debt under…

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Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step-by-Step Guide
Lyle Daly

January 8, 2026

Loan forbearance might be a good solution if you’re struggling. Here’s how to talk to your creditors about it.

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Will COVID-19 Stimulus and Benefits be Extended? 5 Things to Know
Anna Baluch

January 8, 2026

The extra $600 per week in federal unemployment benefits may be coming to an end…

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Debt Snowball or Debt Avalanche: Which is Better?
Cole Tretheway

January 8, 2026

Two of the most popular debt payoff strategies—and the one you’ll actually stick to.

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The Gift of Financial Freedom—How to Avoid Holiday Debt
Lyle Daly

January 8, 2026

It’s the most wonderful—and expensive—time of year. Here’s how to stay out of holiday debt.

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Why Do People Overspend?
Ben Gran

January 7, 2026

Overspending could be your brain chasing rewards. Learn how to retrain it to spend smarter.

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Debt—Is It a Dating Deal Breaker?
Tammi Huang

January 7, 2026

Dating someone with debt might seem like deal-breaker, but it doesn’t have to be. Here…

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Could a Lifestyle Change Help You Get Rid Of Debt Faster?
Natasha Etzel

January 7, 2026

Switching up your usual could help you get rid of debt faster. Here are a few lifestyle choices that could help.

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Cutting These 5 Expenses Could Help You Pay Off Debt
Maurie Backman

January 7, 2026

You can’t slash every expense, but here are a few that may be easier to cut than you’d expect.

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How Much Can You Borrow With a Home Equity Loan?
Kailey Hagen

January 7, 2026

Home equity loans could be a smart way to consolidate your debt. Here's how to decide if they're right for you.

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5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think—and How to Change Them
Natasha Etzel

January 7, 2026

Small choices could cost a lot. Find out which financial habits you might want to leave behind.

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