Millions of Americans are living beyond their means, but many have no idea their financial situation is as bleak as it is. For some, things will turn around before they reach the crisis point. Perhaps they are saddled with student loan payments or they are in the midst of a job change. Unfortunately for some, […]
Many debt collectors behave professionally and work within the letter of the law to collect debts owed to their clients or their own companies. Unfortunately, there are also those that behave unscrupulously and mistreat consumers, sometimes to the point of breaking the law. Whether you have been approached by an above board debt collector or […]
Consumers have certain tools available to them that offer protection from debt collectors. This is especially useful if you think you have been contacted by a debt collector about a debt that you think is not yours or you are not sure is valid. Debt validation is a process that allows you to request and […]
Dealing with out of control debt is one of the most stressful experiences in life. It is the type of stress that keeps you awake at night and prevents you from enjoying life. Luckily, there are ways to get debt under control, but it takes some effort. If you are facing seemingly insurmountable debt and […]
Chances are if you have fallen behind on paying bills or you are facing serious delinquency at any time, you have received calls from debt collectors. They contact you in an attempt to collect any money you owe directly to them or to one of their clients (the original lender). There are limits on how […]
Zombie debt – it sounds creepy and if you don’t understand what it is, your financial standing can be eaten alive. Zombie debt is another way of describing junk debt, or more officially, delinquent debt. This is debt that has been written off by the original lender and sold to companies that hope to collect […]
Facing financial hardship can be unavoidable. Even those who try to be extremely responsible when it comes to managing their money can experience unexpected conditions that cause them to struggle with finances. However, there are many instances in which poor financial choices lead a person down the road to a struggle with money. If you […]
Bankruptcy is a personal choice and can be a difficult topic to discuss with your loved ones. Some people might feel obligated to share their decision with friends or family if they have turned to these people for financial support in the recent past. Of course, if your bankruptcy and overall financial situation will cause […]
Debt consolidation is a tool to help you get your financial life organized. It can prevent more serious financial problems, but it is not for everyone. Some people’s financial struggles are beyond consolidation and others are facing problems that will not be helped by consolidating debt. Understanding the process of debt consolidation and what it […]
Those who follow our Florida Bankruptcy blog read about the helpful hint last week that seeking counsel or taking action early when confronted with debt is often the best decision. Our prior post focused on how waiting until after the foreclosure judgment has been entered doesn’t leave a lot of room for changing the outcome […]
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