Debt Management
Key takeaways Scammers use texts, calls, emails and letters to create a false sense of urgency about debt repayment. Always…
Key takeaways Credit repair companies work on your behalf to find and fix mistakes on your credit report to boost…
The money lessons we carry into adulthood often begin with what we overhear on our way to school or, just…
Key takeaways The main advantage of debt relief programs is that they take the burden of credit negotiations off of…
Key takeaways Debt settlement means negotiating with creditors to pay less than what you owe, often in a lump sum.…
Key takeaways Unsecured debt, such as credit cards, student loans, medical bills and high-interest loans can all be consolidated. Debt…
Peter Dazeley/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Debt relief typically takes one of three forms: debt settlement, consolidation…
Thomas Barwick/Getty Images Key takeaways Credit repair may offer faster dispute resolution, expert analysis and the potential for score improvement.…
Preparing For a One-Income Household Preparing for a one-income household means more than just tightening your belt; it’s about creating…
Key takeaways Bankruptcy will impact your credit for a period of time, limiting your ability to borrow new loans. If…
Key takeaways Debt settlement requires you to pay a lump sum to creditors for less than you owe and have…
Key takeaways Before paying a debt in collections, verify it’s legitimate and collectible to avoid scams or zombie debt. You…