Debt Relief Articles

Did your marriage include debts as well as assets? Here's what typically happens to debts when you get divorced.

Ignoring debt collectors is tempting, but it may make things worse. Here's how to handle debt collectors.

Under specific circumstances, your bank can seize money from your bank account. Here's what to know.

If you’re worried about your tax refund being seized, we’ll show you how to avoid garnishment.

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

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

Ads about government credit card relief may be a sham, but don't worry. There are plenty of other options.

Debt collectors have to follow laws when they contact you. Here's what they can and can’t do, and how to follow up.

Debt collectors have to follow certain rules, including limits on what they can say to your family.

A debt lawsuit could end with a lien on your home. Here's how it happens and what to do about it.

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?