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Gambling addiction of man tied with chain to slot machine representing debt.

How To Get out of Gambling Debt

By Pat McManamon | October 30, 2020

The surest bet in gambling is that there’s no such thing as a sure bet. As casino gambling, online wagering and sports betting become more and more fixtures on the…

Payday Loans

How Do Payday Loans Work?

By Tom Jackson | May 14, 2020

“Borrower beware” is the standard cautionary tale when it comes to payday loans. In some states that qualify as the Wild West of payday lending, the better advice is to…

Dispute Debt Collections and Collectors

How to Dispute Collections and Debt Collectors

By Tom Jackson | October 18, 2019

Anyone intending to challenge a debt that has gone into collections — even someone with a case as rock solid as Gibraltar — needs to know what they’re up against.…

Predatory lender dangling money off the edge of a cliff

What is Predatory Lending: Laws, Examples & How to Get Out

By Tom Jackson | June 13, 2019

You’ve heard the ads on TV and radio. They spout enticing promises like “Same day cash advance!” Or, “Bad credit, no credit? No problem! You’re approved!” These are the misleading…

Too Much Debt On The Scale

Do You Have Too Much Debt?

By Tom Jackson | January 24, 2018

Assessing Your Debt If you wonder how much debt is too much, or how much is “normal,” the answer is another question: How much debt can you afford? U.S. household…

Debt Collectors and the rights you have

Know Your Rights with Debt Collectors

By George Morris | January 4, 2018

Debt collection is a billion-dollar industry that makes calls on more than one-third of the adult population in the U.S. If the phone rings – and you have legitimately incurred…

Debt Trap with Money in Mouse Trap

Debt Traps

By George Morris | April 9, 2017

Times are tough for plenty of American households. But if you’re among those attempting to find a way out, beware of debt traps. Your concern, especially if you are among…

Court Ordered Wage Garnishment

Can My Creditors Garnish My Wages?

By George Morris | August 12, 2016

If you are being irresponsible about repaying debt, any private creditor (including credit card companies), can seek a court order to garnish your wages. Garnishing wages often is a last…

Financial Assistance and Debt Relief for Teachers

By Michael Knisley | July 29, 2016

If you can read this, the saying goes, thank a teacher. In fact, thank them twice if they’ve remained committed to the job of educating our kids while juggling their…

Secured and Unsecured Loans

What Is the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Loans?

By Tom Jackson | November 10, 2015

The difference between secured and unsecured loans, in a word, is collateral. Secured loans require borrowers to put up a tangible asset, such as the home or vehicle they’re purchasing.…

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