Debt Relief Articles

Just because you're in jail doesn't mean your debt disappears. Here's what you need to know.

Have debts you can’t pay? Don't let it cost you your tax refund.

Learn how and why money could be taken from your bank account, and what you can do about it.

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

Seniors on fixed incomes, including those relying solely on Social Security, have various debt relief options. Here are some of the most common.

Are your Social Security benefits at risk if you don't pay creditors? See which benefits are protected from garnishment.

You have the right to stop debt collectors from calling, but this isn't always a good idea. Learn how to stop collection calls—and why you might not want to.

If you want to regain control over your finances, debt relief programs could be a solution. Here’s how they work.

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

Emergency debt relief can help you navigate a difficult financial situation. Learn how debt relief works and what you can do to get started.

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

How does debt relief or debt settlement impact your credit over the short and long term?

Twelve realistic ways to ease the weight of debt, from small budget wins to settlement and bankruptcy.

Not all debt relief companies play by the rules. Here's how to spot the ones that do.

Two in five people carry an active buy now, pay later plan, often on top of subscriptions and other financing. Learn more.

You have more debt relief options than you might think, and this guide helps you find the right one.

Yes, debt collectors can freeze your bank account, but only after following strict legal steps.

You settled your debt. Here's how to rebuild your credit score, one habit at a time.

Compare debt settlement, consolidation, and other relief options to help you choose the best fit for your situation.

Debt collectors must send written validation of your debt within five days of contacting you. Learn how to handle debt collectors and protect your rights.

11 ways to tackle business debt, from settlement to Chapter 11, without losing your company.

Behind on an SBA loan? Here's every relief option before Treasury gets involved.

Learn who's responsible for debt after divorce and how to protect your credit. Explore debt relief options that fit your new financial situation.

That "tax debt compromise" call is probably not the IRS. Here's how to tell.

Debt after service doesn't have to be permanent. Here's where veterans can turn for real help.

Owe the IRS? These tax debt relief programs could lower your bill or buy you time to pay.