Gerri Detweiler

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Gerri Detweiler focuses on helping people understand their credit and debt, and writes about those issues, as well as financial legislation, budgeting, debt recovery and savings strategies. She is also the co-author of Debt Collection Answers: How to Use Debt Collection Laws to Protect Your Rights, and Reduce Stress: Real-Life Solutions for Solving Your Credit Crisis as well as host of TalkCreditRadio.com.

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What Happens to Your Credit Card Reward Points When You Die
What Happens to Your Credit Card Reward Points When You Die?
Editor’s Note: Updated October 3, 2013 to reflect new Delta... read more

March 25, 2013

Credit Cards

1099-C Saga Continues: Form 982 Trips Up Taxpayers
The Tax Form From Hell: The 1099-C Saga Continues
If you received a 1099-C reporting forgiven or cancelled debt, yo... read more

March 21, 2013

Managing Debt

The First Thing To Do Before Applying For a Credit Card
Whether you love shopping or loathe it, hunting for a great credi... read more

March 21, 2013

Credit Cards

3 Big Changes Coming to Credit Scores
3 Big Changes Coming to Credit Scores
Consumers want credit scores that are fair. Lenders want to know ... read more

March 15, 2013

Credit Score

The First Thing You Must Do Before Paying Off Debt
The First Thing You Must Do Before Paying Off Debt
You’ve made up your mind: It’s time to tackle your de... read more

March 13, 2013

Managing Debt

Obama, Celebrities Credit Reports Hacked: Is Yours Next?
Michelle Obama & Celebrities’ Credit Reports Hacked
It’s the ultimate in financial creepiness: knowing someone&... read more

March 12, 2013

Identity Theft and Scams