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Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13

Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13

When you’re facing bankruptcy, it can seem like the end of the world, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, bankruptcy can give you a way out of a bad financial situation. And you’re certainly not alone. According to Debt.org, in 2020...

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Debt Settlement: How Its Works + Pros and Cons

Debt Settlement: How Its Works + Pros and Cons

Have you gotten an offer to pay off credit card debt for less than the total amount due, or a debt settlement? This may seem like a gift. Settling $6,000 of credit card debt for $4,000, for example, leaves you with $2,000 you didn&#...

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How to Negotiate a Debt Settlement

How to Negotiate a Debt Settlement

When you can’t afford to pay your debts, you may want to negotiate a debt settlement agreement with your creditors or with a collection agency. Negotiating a settlement could close your past-due account, but even a fair settle...

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