Debt Solutions Articles

How Much Does Bankruptcy Cost?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 10, 2025

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

August 10, 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

August 8, 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

August 8, 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

August 8, 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

August 8, 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?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 8, 2025

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

August 8, 2025

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

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Debt Settlement: A Comprehensive Guide to Resolving Your Debts
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 7, 2025

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

August 7, 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

August 7, 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

August 7, 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

August 7, 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 to Negotiate a Debt Settlement
John Russo

August 7, 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

August 7, 2025

A well-written debt settlement letter is crucial to the debt negotiating process. Learn how to craft one here.

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What Is a Balance Transfer?
Richard Barrington

August 7, 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

August 7, 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

August 7, 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

August 7, 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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Should You Use a Home Equity Loan to Pay Off Debt?
Housten Donham

August 7, 2025

Using your home equity to pay off debt could be a smart choice. But it's important to know the pros and cons before paying off debt with a home equity loan.

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How to Become Debt-Free This Year
Housten Donham

August 7, 2025

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to tackle your credit card debt, let us help. Read on to learn about effective ways to get out of credit card debt.

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How to Avoid 8 Common Debt Settlement Pitfalls
Kailey Hagen

August 7, 2025

Learn how to avoid pitfalls and get your finances back on track with debt settlement.

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5 Bad Ways to Pay Off Debt (and what to do instead)
Lyle Daly

August 7, 2025

There are better and worse ways to approach paying off your debts. Some types of…

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Debt Consolidation vs Bankruptcy for Debt Problems: Which Is Better?
Maurie Backman

August 6, 2025

Debt consolidation and bankruptcy are very different solutions for debt problems. What's better for you?

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How to Tell the Difference Between Good Debt and Bad Debt
Maurie Backman

August 6, 2025

What is good debt vs. bad debt? Learn about how good debt can help your finances and how to conquer bad debt that could be holding you back.

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5 Steps to Get Debt-Free Fast
Ashley Maready

August 6, 2025

Five steps you can take to get debt-free faster so you can start to enjoy the benefits now and in the future.

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