Debt

Client and credit counselor sit across from each other at a desk. Credit Counseling: What is it and how does it work?
May 26, 2020
If you're struggling financially or want to be proactive about your money, it's time to think about credit counseling, starting with this guide... Read more.
Marriage and money go hand-in-handBankruptcy Before Marriage vs. Bankruptcy After Marriage
March 26, 2020
If bankruptcy and marriage are both on your to-do list, you may wonder which to do first. Here are some bankruptcy basics to get you started. Read more.
Woman sitting on top of a large loan, thinking about whether or not a personal loan is a good idea right nowIs Taking Out a Personal Loan a Good Idea? Pros and Cons Explained
March 24, 2020
Thinking about a personal loan? Learn the pros and cons to decide if it's the right choice for you. Understand the risks, benefits, and when to borrow. Read more.
Learn how divorce impacts debt. What Happens to Your Debt After Divorce?
March 12, 2020
Going through a divorce can be stressful, and dividing debt doesn't make the process easier. Here's what you need to know about debt and divorce, and how it can change depending where you live. Read more.
Credit card statement with credit card. What to Know About Minimum Payments and Your Credit Card
November 14, 2019
Making just the minimum payment could cost more over time. Here's what you need to know before deciding. Read more.
Avalanche on a snowy mountain What’s the Debt Avalanche Method for Paying Down Debt?
October 31, 2019
The first step to becoming debt-free is to figure out your payoff strategy. Here's one approach you might want to try. Read more.
Young woman sitting on floor looking at bills. How to Prioritize Debt Payments
September 19, 2019
If you're drowning in debt or struggling to pay what you owe, here are some ways to decide which debts to focus on first. Read more.
Snowballs rolling down a mountain What is the Debt Snowball Method
August 22, 2019
This popular debt payoff strategy is widely promoted by money personality Dave Ramsey. But what are the benefits, pitfalls and alternatives to this approach? Read on to find out. Read more.