Staff Writer

Heather Eggers

Heather Eggers holds a Master of Science from East Tennessee State University’s College of Business and Technology, one of fewer than five percent of business schools worldwide accredited by AASCSB International. Like most millennials, she has a budget, bills, and some student loan debt to manage. She learned early to recognize the value of good financial advice. She also learned how to share, so Heather uses her digital communication and business background to share what she knows and learns as a contributing writer.

Know your options for paying off your debt

Aug 22 2019

Home Equity to Consolidate Debt

By Heather Eggers | Debt Consolidation
That creaking, groaning sound you hear when you dare peek at the interest you’re paying on your credit card balances ...
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Loan application paperwork with rejection stamped

May 22 2019

5 Reasons Your Debt Consolidation Loan was Denied

By Heather Eggers | Debt Consolidation
Millions of Americans have the same problem – credit card debt. Millions of Americans have found the same solution – ...
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Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown skyline

Apr 24 2019

Alabama Debt Relief Programs & Resources

By Heather Eggers | State Debt Relief
Alabama Credit & Debt Consolidation Information If you’re an Alabama resident dealing with credit card debt, we can help. InCharge ...
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