Debt Solutions Articles

Bankruptcy: Understand Your Options
Richard Barrington

July 18, 2025

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

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Debt – Is It a Dating Deal Breaker?
Tammi Huang

July 18, 2025

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

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Debt Management Program: What It Is and how to find one
Dana George

July 18, 2025

If you're struggling with your debts, one option is to enroll in a debt management program, which may help you with a debt strategy and get better rates.

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11 Tips for Talking to Your Partner about Debt
Maurie Backman

July 18, 2025

Find out how you and your significant other can make a plan to save more…

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10 Warning Signs of Financial Trouble
Maurie Backman

July 18, 2025

Understanding how to spot the warning signs of financial trouble is the first step toward…

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How Much Does Bankruptcy Cost?

Filing for bankruptcy can cost very little—or hit your wallet hard. Here’s what you need to know about the costs.

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How Much Does Credit Counseling Cost?
Natasha Etzel

July 17, 2025

Credit counseling could help you but it’s usually not free. Learn more here.

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Best Ways to Get Debt Relief
Richard Barrington

July 16, 2025

Help yourself get out of debt fast with these changes to lifestyle and good money management.

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How Do I Talk to Someone I Want to Help Get Out of Debt?
Charla Myers

July 16, 2025

Is there someone close to you that you want to help get out of debt? Be patient, be empathetic, and try these 7 talking points.

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How to Negotiate Debt Settlement on Your Own: A DIY Guide
Aly J. Yale

July 16, 2025

While many consumers use a professional debt relief company for settling their debts, it is possible to DIY it, and doing so could save you money — at least if...

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What Is Debt Resolution?
Rebecca Lake

July 16, 2025

When debt becomes overwhelming, there are different approaches you can take to manage it. Debt resolution is one option you might consider to avoid bankruptcy.

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Debt Relief vs. Bankruptcy: What’s Right for You?

Understanding debt relief vs bankruptcy. Debt relief or bankruptcy can help you get out of debt. Which is better: bankruptcy or debt relief?

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Credit Counseling vs. Debt Settlement vs. Bankruptcy
Kailey Hagen

July 16, 2025

Compare credit counseling and debt management plan (DMP) to debt settlement (debt relief) and bankruptcy.

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Credit Card Counseling Pros and Cons
Erik J. Martin

July 15, 2025

Credit card counseling agencies can help you learn how to manage your credit and debts. Find out more here.

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Debt Settlement: A Comprehensive Guide to Resolving Your Debts

Debt settlement is a way to negotiate with creditors to accept a reduced payment on debt. Learn more about the pros and cons of debt settlement program.

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Emergency Loans - Are They Available?
Richard Barrington

July 15, 2025

Find an emergency loan that can get you through a crisis and get you back on track to get your finances in order. Emergency loans can be available quickly and easily...

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How to Pay Off Medical Debt
Janie Basile

July 15, 2025

Medical costs and debt are a constant headache for millions of Americans. Learn why and how to cut healthcare costs in your life.

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How to Pay Off Debt
Tammi Huang

July 15, 2025

Learn about 6 strategies to get out of debt, including debt consolidation loan, credit counseling, debt settlement, a cash-out refinance, or bankruptcy.

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Debt Settlement Pros and Cons
Gideon Sandford

July 15, 2025

What are debt settlement pros and cons? Before signing up for a debt settlement program, learn about the benefits and pitfalls including...

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How Does Debt Settlement Work?
Noelle Marr

July 15, 2025

Debt settlement could substantially reduce the amount of debt you owe, but how does it work? Learn about Freedom Debt Relief’s 4-step process.

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How to Negotiate a Debt Settlement
John Russo

July 15, 2025

Can't pay your debt? Learn how to negotiate credit card debt settlement with creditors by yourself or with a professional debt settlement company.

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How to Write a Debt Settlement Letter
Rebecca Lake

July 15, 2025

A well-written debt settlement letter is crucial to the debt negotiating process. You should outline the details of the debt-settlement offer and the terms...

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What Is a Balance Transfer?
Richard Barrington

July 15, 2025

What is a balance transfer? A credit card balance transfer is one way to potentially pay less interest on credit card debt and pay debt off faster. Learn how to do a balance transfer.

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What Is Credit Counseling?
Richard Barrington

July 15, 2025

What is credit counseling? Find out here how credit counseling works and what to consider if you're looking for help with debt.

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What Are Debt Strategies?
Richard Barrington

July 15, 2025

Debt relief companies can help you get out of debt faster. Debt strategies include debt consolidation, debt management, and debt settlement.

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Debt settlement companies: What they are and how to find one
John Russo

July 14, 2025

Before signing up for a debt settlement company, learn about the risks and benefits of debt settlement by asking the company these 4 questions.

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