Debt Management
Beware of Bailouts While offering financial assistance to a family member can provide them with much needed relief from stress,…
staticnak1983/Getty Images Key takeaways You will receive a 1099-C Cancellation of Debt form if a lender forgives more than $600…
Key takeaways With debt forgiveness, creditors pardon some or all of your debt. Various types of debt may qualify for…
Key takeaways Although it’s not advised, you may be able to get out of credit card debt by stopping your…
Key takeaways In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, creditors can seize certain assets to repay the debts you owe. However, exceptions…
Key takeaways Bankruptcy is handled through the federal courts. Debtors typically file for Chapter 7 (liquidation) or Chapter 13 (reorganization)…
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Key takeaways An automatic stay prevents creditors from pursuing collections against you during bankruptcy. Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13…
Key takeaways If you decide to cash out your settlement all at once, you won’t receive all the funds you’re…
Key takeaways Defaulting on a loan means that you’ve violated the promissory note or cardholder agreement with the lender to…
Key takeaways Wage garnishment is the withholding of a portion of your earnings from your paycheck to pay off a…
Is Your Budget Ready for Higher Mortgage Rates?Tips to prepare your personal budget for increased housing costs By Carmen Chan…