Personal Finance Blog

How to Pay Off Debt in Collections Header - 01How to Pay Off Debt in Collections
June 7, 2022
If you’ve been dealing with debt collectors, it’s important to know how to pay collections and ensure your debts are settled. Here’s how to do it right. Read more.
medical-debt-on-creditDo Medical Bills Affect Your Credit?
June 3, 2022
This article helps you better understand the credit bureaus’ changes and how medical debt impacts your credit report and may be removed. Read more.
00 Pumping gas-319587125 (1)Industries Most Affected by Inflation
May 23, 2022
Nearly every segment of the economy is experiencing rapid price increases at rates not seen in decades. Rising prices are putting greater pressure on households’ and businesses’ financial states as they pay more for goods and services Read more.
does-overdraft-affect-credit-2Does an Overdraft Affect Your Credit Score?
May 19, 2022
Overdrafts are not reported to credit bureaus, but they could hurt your credit score indirectly if they’re sent to collections. Read more.
shutterstock_2133891397Half of Americans Feel Trapped in Their Financial Situation
May 11, 2022
Survey shows half of Americans feel trapped in their financial situation Read more.
debt consolidation What Is Debt Consolidation and How to Consolidate Your Debt
May 9, 2022
If you’re looking for ways to be more responsible with your money and avoid relying on credit cards, debt consolidation is a strategy that can help you get started. Read more.
What Is a Credit Sweep and What to Do Instead Header - 01What Is a Credit Sweep and What to Do Instead
April 26, 2022
A credit sweep may sound tempting, but there is nothing credit repair companies can do to fix your credit that you can’t fix on your own — here’s how. Read more.
money and mental healthMoney and Mental Health: Ways to Cope with Financial Stress
April 25, 2022
Feeling anxious or unsettled about money is a reality that many people may face. So, if you’re struggling with financial unease, it might comfort you to know that you’re far from alone in those feelings. Read more.