Debt Resolution

Debt Resolution

Couple looking at debt on tablet. Authorized Users.
Debt Resolution

Oct 8, 2024

9 min

Are Authorized Users Responsible for Credit Card Debt?

Learn about the responsibilities of authorized users on credit card accounts, including legal implications, potential risks, and best practices....
Couple at kitchen table considering loan to pay off debt
Debt Resolution, Personal Loans

Oct 4, 2024

8 min

Should You Get a Personal Loan to Pay Off Debt? 

Learn the pros and cons of using a personal loan to pay off debt, including when it's beneficial, how to consolidate, and tips for choosing the right loan....
Past due debt - delinquent debt
Debt Resolution

Oct 3, 2024

6 min

What is Delinquent Debt?

Learn about delinquent debt, its causes, effects, and how it can be managed or avoided....
Young woman stressed by credit card debt sitting at table
Debt Resolution

Oct 1, 2024

6 min

How to Avoid Credit Card Debt

Credit cards have the power to help us thrive, and if used properly, they enable success. However, if mismanaged, credit cards can also be the financial ruin of anyone who falls behind with their payments....
Debt and equity balance concept. Figurine holding cubes.
Debt Resolution

Oct 1, 2024

6 min

What is Debt Margin? 

We’ve all heard the term “debt margin,” but what is it? And how is it relevant to average consumers?...
Zombie vs phantom debt. Piggy bank with question mark on paper above.
Debt Resolution

Sep 26, 2024

6 min

What’s the Difference Between Zombie Debt and Phantom Debt?

While phantom debt and zombie debt share some similarities and are both problematic for consumers, they are not the same thing. Here's a breakdown of their key differences:...
Debt Resolution, Financial Education

Sep 26, 2024

5 min

Does Net Worth Include Debt?

Get a clear explanation of net worth, how debt is included in its calculation, and why this matters for your overall financial health....
Man calculating bad debt expense at desk in suit
Debt Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

6 min

How to Calculate Bad Debt Expense

Bad debt expense is a critical accounting concept that applies mostly for businesses that extend credit to customers. However, consumers could also benefit from calculating this figure and being aware of its financial implications....
Piggy Bank and Wooden Blocks with Number 401k
Debt Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

6 min

Can You Use Your 401(k) to Pay Off Debt?

Let’s explore the possibilities, consequences, and alternatives to using your 401(k) to pay off debt....
Piggy bank in vault safe. Secured Debt Imagery.
Debt Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

5 min

What is Secured Debt?

Explore secured debt, its characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and its impact on borrowers and lenders alike....
Man looking for student loan debt
Debt Resolution, Financial Education

Sep 25, 2024

7 min

How do I Find My Student Loan Debt?

Let’s take a look at how to find your student loan debt and effectively keep track of it over time....
Young woman with questioning face
Debt Resolution

Sep 25, 2024

5 min

Who Qualifies for Credit Card Debt Forgiveness? 

Let’s explore the key factors that determine who qualifies for credit card debt forgiveness....