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Debt Relief
Central air conditioners always die when you need them most. Rebecca discovered that on 100-degree afternoon last July. Without warning, her 20-year-old AC system died. Three hours later, a repairman…
American consumers are improving at paying off their credit-card balances, but experts say a new array of diverse products have complicated the financial goal-setting process. More consumers, young and old,…
Multiple years of historically high inflation took their toll on the average American household. As savings dwindled and wages slipped behind, consumers increasingly turned to credit cards to make ends…
Anouska Livingston was pregnant, unemployed, in debt and stressed out. The last thing she needed was to go in a store and see what diapers cost. “How am I going…
The NFCC has developed extensive tools and training that allow its member organizations to deliver a high level of financial education and counseling to millions of clients nationwide. “Despite new…
Here’s the easiest quiz you’ll ever take: Would you like to sleep better, have a happy marriage, improve your health, have more confidence and be able to help your family…
With tax season in full swing, I thought I would address some frequently asked questions about student loan interest tax benefits. Here are a few facts and misconceptions about the…
Congratulations! You made it. You graduated from college. Your first student loan payment will be due soon. This guide is designed to help you estimate your future monthly payment, understand…
Teachers, police and hospital workers are often hailed as heroes. As nice as the praise is, it doesn’t put food on the table or lower their bills. For millions of…
Who qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness? The following careers qualify for Federal student loan forgiveness programs. Teachers Service Members Nurses Police Officers Firefighters Non-profit Employees Public Interest Lawyers Public service…
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- (2014, January) Guidelines for Affordable Small Dollar Loans. Retrieved from: http://www.nclc.org/images/pdf/high_cost_small_loans/payday_loans/ib-affordable-small-dollar-loans.pdf
- Jayakumar, A. (ND). Where to Find a Small-Dollar Loan. Retrieved from: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/loans/small-dollar-loans/
- Jayakumar, A. (ND) Personal Loans for Bad Credit. Retrieved from: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/loans/personal-loans-bad-credit/