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Can a Debt Collector Restart the Clock on My Old Debt?

One of our readers checked their credit report and found an old debt that looks new. Is that legal?

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Can a Debt Collector Restart the Clock on My Old Debt?
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Can a Debt Collector Restart the Clock on My Old Debt?

One of our readers checked their credit report and found an old debt that looks new. Is that legal?

Christine Giordano

Can My Co-Signer Sue Me?
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Can My Co-Signer Sue Me?

Whether a co-signer can sue depends on your arrangement ahead of signing together on the dotted line.

Christine DiGangi

Why Is My Ex-Spouse Still on My Credit Report?
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Why Is My Ex-Spouse Still on My Credit Report?

Your spouse may still be showing up on your credit report after your divorce. Here's why.

Brooke Niemeyer

How Much Student Loan Debt Is Too Much?
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How Much Student Loan Debt Is Too Much?

Student loan expert Mark Kantrowitz has come up with a formula to asses just how much student loan debt is too much.

Bob Sullivan

The Loophole That Could Help You Buy a Home Even If You Have a Lot of Debt
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The Loophole That Could Help You Buy a Home Even If You Have a Lot of Debt

Certain installment loans may be omitted from the debt-to-income ratio ... which can help people buy a home with debt.

Scott Sheldon

Can I Escape My Debt By Moving?
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Can I Escape My Debt By Moving?

Can you leave debt behind if you move out of state? Probably not, but consumer protections may be different. Here's the 411 on debt and moving.

Jeanine Skowronski

7 Times an Issuer Could Freeze Your Credit Card
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7 Times an Issuer Could Freeze Your Credit Card

If your credit card is declined, you may discover that your charging privileges have been suspended. Here are some possible reasons.

Jason Steele

80% of Americans Are in Debt
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80% of Americans Are in Debt

Most people you know are probably in debt, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

Christine DiGangi

How Much Is Too Much to Spend on a Car?
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How Much Is Too Much to Spend on a Car?

If you don't do your research, you may end up with higher expenses than you anticipated having when you took out an auto loan.

Christine DiGangi

2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt
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2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt

2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt

Scott Sheldon

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