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Irresponsibly using your credit cards is one of the fastest ways you can accumulate debt. Putting all of your expenses on your plastic card can create a false sense of security and financial stability until you receive a shocking bill in the mail. Using your credit...
Perhaps you had unexpected medical bills or necessary car repairs that insurance did not cover. Maybe your employment situation changed without warning. There are many reasons why you may find yourself in debt. When you decide that you want to work your way out of...
When you file for bankruptcy, you must decide under which chapter to file. Chapter 13 is one option that allows you to try to repay your debt instead of discharging it completely. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Chapter 13 provides you with some perks,...
Deciding to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy is a difficult but necessary step for many businesses facing financial insolvency. While Chapter 11 may give your business a chance to survive, you may wonder how much your business will change because of the bankruptcy. ...
If you are a California resident who is struggling to pay your credit card balances, it may be a good idea to consider a balance transfer. If you also have student loan, auto or other types of debt, a consolidation loan might be a good way to reduce your monthly...
When you become unable to stay on top of your finances due to sudden medical debt or other circumstances, you may feel as if you are living in a constant state of anxiety. Having creditors contact you at your California home or at work may compound these feelings....
When struggling with debt, the last thing you want to do is deal with an unpleasant debt collector. While many debt collectors respect the personal bounds of the people they deal with, some will cross lines and cause problems on purpose. How can you tell when you are...
The purpose of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is to prevent creditors from harassing debtors and regulates how these collection agencies may get in contact with you. Understandably, creditors will attempt to contact you when you are behind on your bills....
Buying a home is a lengthy and extensive process. This is partly because the banks invest so much time and effort into ensuring that you can afford a mortgage before giving it to you. Despite all the safeguards around issuing mortgages, however, you may still end up...
If you've been struggling for years to pay off your debts in California, filing for bankruptcy might be your only option. It's a drastic solution, but it allows you to either pay off your debts or to get some of your biggest debts discharged. Your credit score will...
