Debt

If you’re struggling with debt, you’re not alone. Millions of people face the stress and frustration of multiple loans, credit cards, and interest payments. Thankfully, there are proven methods to tackle your debt faster, making your journey to financial freedom a whole lot smoother. Two of the most popular approaches are the Debt Snowball and …

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Debt can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like you’re barely making a dent in your balance. High-interest payments, multiple due dates, and financial stress can make it tough to stay motivated. However, with the right approach, you can pay off debt faster and save money along the way. Whether it’s credit cards, student loans, …

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If you’re in the market for a personal loan, make sure you do your research and find a lender that can offer you the best rates. Be sure to read the fine print and ask the right questions to lenders. This will help you choose a loan that is within your budget. A part of …

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In general, you will likely manage your monthly debt payments effectively if you have a low debt-to-income ratio. On top of that, banks and loan providers want to see a low DTI ratio before lending to a potential borrower. So the goal is to keep your DTI ratio low.  However, if you’re new to managing …

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To get out of debt, you need to understand which debts are bad for you and which are good. This way, you can prioritize your debt to avoid bad debt first.  There is certainly an argument that there is no good debt at all, yet borrowing money and getting into debt is the only way …

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt (Is Good Debt Even A Thing?) Read More »

Keeping up with economic trends can make you anxious about your money decisions. Still, it’s important to be aware of the situation around you regarding your finances.  Looking at personal finance statistics can help you avoid bad financial situations. General statistics provide a baseline for assessing your financial health. Especially when it’s about debt, you …

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Getting out of debt on a low income can be difficult, but there are some tips to follow. Giving up on your morning Starbucks isn’t going to impact your finances greatly, but spending less can help. However, there are other more effective ways to manage your debt. Whether you can pay off your debt depends …

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When your debts pile up, filing for bankruptcy can give you the time you need away from debtors to plan a solution. Under U.S. bankruptcy laws, an automatic stay prevents creditors from taking action against a debtor’s assets. This includes freezing bank accounts, seizing property, and collecting debt-related expenses. If you file for bankruptcy, an …

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Bankruptcy can be devastating, but if you have a good game plan, you can do a lot to recover from bankruptcy and get your credit back within a few years of filing.  We will discuss practical steps for effective bankruptcy recovery, but you should also consider the damage you’ll be trying to undo. This cannot …

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We all feel overwhelmed as soon as we hear the word debt. And debt repayment is different for everyone. Still, many different approaches work for different people. And one of them is the debt avalanche method which we’ll discuss today. For several reasons, what works well for others might not be your best approach. If you …

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