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Stay Out of Debt by Planning for the Inevitable

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Stay Out of Debt by Planning for the Inevitable
Managing Debt

Stay Out of Debt by Planning for the Inevitable

Are you ready for some tough love? You are the cause of all your debt problems. You are solely responsible...

Todd Tresidder

The Surprising Way Debt Collectors Know Where You Work
Managing Debt

The Surprising Way Debt Collectors Know Where You Work

"One of the most powerful and private databases of American's personal information ever created" might be telling debt collectors where you work.

Gerri Detweiler

7 Money Habits That Can Make or Break You
Managing Debt

7 Money Habits That Can Make or Break You

Why do you keep buying things you can't afford? Nobody actually wants to be in debt. The answer is simple: Debt problems are emotional, not rational. Here's how to understand your money behaviors.

Todd Tresidder

The Shocking Truth About Debt: It's Not a Financial Problem
Managing Debt

The Shocking Truth About Debt: It's Not a Financial Problem

Debt is actually a personal problem that masquerades in financial clothing. That is why so many people have persistent problems with debt.

Todd Tresidder

7 Ways to Avoid a Debt Relapse
Managing Debt

7 Ways to Avoid a Debt Relapse

Here are a few lessons that may help you stay on track, avoid a debt relapse and keep you out of debt for good.

Deanna Templeton

3 People Who Dug Out of Deep Debt
Managing Debt

3 People Who Dug Out of Deep Debt

Digging out of a lot of debt isn't easy. But even huge mountains of debt can be conquered, as these three women prove.

Gerri Detweiler

5 Ways To Get Out of Debt: Which Will Work for You?
Managing Debt

5 Ways To Get Out of Debt: Which Will Work for You?

You've set your goal to get out of debt. But with so many different experts touting different solutions, how do you pick the one that will work for you?

Gerri Detweiler

What to Do When Debt Collectors Break the Rules
Managing Debt

What to Do When Debt Collectors Break the Rules

Here are steps you can take to protect yourself when dealing with an aggressive debt collector.

Christopher Maag

Absurd Medical Bill: Pay or Ignore?
Managing Debt

Absurd Medical Bill: Pay or Ignore?

A Credit.com reader got a high medical bill and asks: Should I pay a bill I believe is outrageous, or just ignore it?

Christopher Maag

An Insider's Guide to the Insane World of Medical Bills
Managing Debt

An Insider's Guide to the Insane World of Medical Bills

If you have health insurance, you may be overpaying for your medical services.

Gerri Detweiler

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