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Debt Resolution

Oct 29, 2024

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7 min

Can Debt Collectors Report to Credit Bureaus? 

Navigate the complex world of debt collection and credit reporting so that you can get a better handle on your finances....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 24, 2024

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6 min

What is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act? 

Being in debt can be scary. Thankfully, there are protections in place by the federal government. One piece of legislation that provides protection is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 24, 2024

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5 min

Can a Debt Collector Take Money Out of Your Bank Account?

The short answer is yes, but only under specific circumstances and following a legal process....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 21, 2024

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6 min

What is a Debt Management Plan? 

Explore what a debt management plan (DMP) is, how they work, their benefits and drawbacks, and if it's a good option for you....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 21, 2024

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5 min

What is Considered High-Interest Debt? 

Explore what constitutes high-interest debt, its various forms, and strategies to manage and overcome it....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 16, 2024

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4 min

How do Debt Collection Agencies Work? 

Learn how debt collection agencies operate, their legal framework, and what consumers should know about their rights when dealing with these agencies....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 15, 2024

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5 min

What is 1099-C Debt Cancellation?

Let’s walk you through everything you need to know about Form 1099-C and how it affects the average consumer....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 15, 2024

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5 min

What Happens if You Don’t Pay your Credit Card Debt?

Explore the domino effect of not paying credit card debt, the timeline of events that typically unfold, and potential options for those struggling with credit card payments....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 15, 2024

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6 min

Does a Debt Collector Have to Provide Proof of Debt?

Explore the legal requirements, consumer rights, and best practices surrounding debt verification in the debt collection process....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 11, 2024

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7 min

How To Stop Interest on Credit Cards

Explore various strategies to stop or reduce interest on credit card debt, helping you regain control of your finances and work towards becoming debt-free…...
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Debt Resolution

Oct 11, 2024

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6 min

What is Installment Debt?

Explore what installment debt is, how it works, its various forms, advantages and disadvantages, and how it impacts your financial health....
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Debt Resolution

Oct 8, 2024

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5 min

Is Credit Card Debt Secured or Unsecured? 

Is credit card debt is secured or unsecured? Explore the characteristics of credit card debt, its classification, and the implications for borrowers....

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You have legal rights and options to defend yourself should you end up in this situation. In this blog, we’ll go over some of the most effective strategies to have your debt lawsuit dismissed....
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