Debt Management
Key takeaways You may have access to a severance package from your former employer and unemployment benefits to help you…
Ensure you’re making at least the minimum payment on your debts but aim for siphoning off a third of your…
Key takeaways Car title loans are a convenient way to get fast cash if you own your vehicle outright. These…
Key takeaways Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are common options for individuals with unmanageable debt. Bankruptcy may be the…
Key takeaways A balance transfer fee is what credit card issuers charge when you transfer debt, usually credit card debt,…
Pekic/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Debt collectors can pursue old debts with the threat of lawsuit until…
Bankruptcy is a legal process to help individuals and businesses manage overwhelming debt. While it provides a path to financial…
Key takeaways Zombie debt refers to old or expired debts you’ve either forgotten about or never knew about that debt…
Key takeaways Credit repair is a term used to describe the process of restoring your credit rating. You can hire…
Which Debts Aren’t Worth Paying Down First? 4. Prepare For the Year Ahead You may have some big ticket items…
Tip 11: Splurge Guilt-Free for Special Occasions Make dining out a special treat by saving it for memorable occasions or…
staticnak1983/Getty Images Key takeaways You will receive a 1099-C Cancelation of Debt form if a lender forgives more than $600…