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Is paying off Chapter 13 bankruptcy early a good idea?
It seems smart to pay off Chapter 13 bankruptcy early, but there’s reason to wait.
4 min read Nov 20, 2023 -
Bankruptcy: What is a reaffirmation agreement?
If you’re going through bankruptcy, you may want to reaffirm some of your debts.
4 min read Nov 16, 2023 -
Can creditors take your Social Security?
Social Security is protected from creditors in most cases, but there are exceptions.
6 min read Nov 16, 2023 -
The risks of spending money before or after Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Spending a lot before or after filing for bankruptcy could jeopardize your case.
4 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
As companies push for return-to-office mandates, working mothers could end up paying the price
Could RTO mandates threaten working mothers’ progress in the workforce?
10 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Return to office mandates result in a difficult choice: Relocate cross-country or quit
What would it take for you to give up remote work to go into the office?
11 min read Nov 14, 2023 -
What to know about cashing out a structured settlement
Want to get cash for money you’re owed? Liquidating a structured settlement is not fast.
4 min read Nov 13, 2023 -
How to set up a debt payoff plan and stick to it
A debt payoff plan takes a comprehensive look at all the debt you owe and organizes it into a structured, consistent routine to pay it all off. Because debt can be overwhelming, a successful payoff plan [...]
7 min read Nov 13, 2023 -
How my husband and I paid off $50,000 in debt with zero-sum budgeting
Now that we’re debt free, we’ll never go back to our old spending habits.
4 min read Nov 13, 2023 -
What is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)?
Know your rights when it comes to debt collection practices.
6 min read Jun 25, 2024