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How to Get Your Free Credit Reports Securely
We explore how to go online to safely get your free annual credit reports, what to look for, and how to dispute any errors.
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How Much Does Credit Repair Cost?
The cost of credit repair can vary, depending on the level of service you need and your goals. Learn how much you can expect to pay.
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Debt Management vs Debt Settlement: Which Is Right For You?
It’s not always obvious that debt management and debt settlement are two very different options for debt relief. Learn the differences before you choose.
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Debt Collection Statistics
How did things turn out for consumers facing collections?
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Filing for Bankruptcy: Understanding the Financial, Credit, and Time Costs
Filing for bankruptcy can be overwhelming. It’s not just about the money; it’s time-consuming and can take an emotional toll. Filing for bankruptcy is not a simple financial decision. It…
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Debt.com Survey Finds Over Half of Americans Expect to Leave Debt to Loved Ones Upon Death
Fort Lauderdale, FL – November 19, 2024 – A recent survey by Debt.com reveals that more than half of Americans expect to pass on debt to their loved ones when…
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Credit Bureau: Importance and Function of the 3 Credit Bureaus
Learn what the credit bureaus are and what information and behaviors they record about consumers so you can make more informed decisions as you manage your credit.
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Student Loan Refinancing: Definition, How it Works, and Requirements
If you want to refinance student loans at a lower interest rate, you must go through a private lender, even if you have federal student loans. Learn how refinancing works…
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Federal Direct Consolidation Loan: How Does It Work and Application
If you have federal student loans under different financing programs such as Direct, FFEL and Stafford, a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan allows you to roll them into one payment, so…
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Private Student Loan Consolidation: How it Works and Eligibility
Private student loan consolidation can provide lower interest rates and payments on both federal and private student loans. However, there are risks to using this option for federal student loan…
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Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses: Nurse Debt Relief
Qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) while working as a nurse – plus all the other methods you can use to have your loans forgiven.
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Your Guide to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness is the largest and most comprehensive student loan forgiveness program, but it’s not exactly easy to qualify.
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Military Student Loan Forgiveness: How to be Eligible?
Military service members and veterans have options for student loan forgiveness that can erase all or part of the remaining balances on your loans.
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Student Loan Forgiveness: How Does It Work, Programs, and Eligibility
Student loan forgiveness programs allow you to eliminate all or part of your student loan debt without penalties. These programs are often tied to public service. Learn how student loan…
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Bad Credit: What It is, Causes, Side Effects, and How to Improve
Is a bad credit score holding you back?
