Veterans Report Debt Aggravates PTSD
More than 90% of veterans in a survey reported that debt makes their symptoms of PTSD worse, and 37% say they face ongoing stress over paying... read more »
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More than 90% of veterans in a survey reported that debt makes their symptoms of PTSD worse, and 37% say they face ongoing stress over paying... read more »
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Americans are feeling pinched. Discover’s latest Personal Loans Survey found what it describes as persistent broad-based financial stress and low... read more »
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Money mistakes are a financial burden that most people would rather not discuss. That’s because these missteps don’t just drain bank accounts —... read more »
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Washington state has become the latest advocate in the national debate regarding medical debt and credit scores. Senate Bill 5480, which was... read more »
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Those who use Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) products have historically been in a credit blind spot. These short-term loans usually fly below the... read more »
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The credit card market is sounding warning bells. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s latest Q4 2024 report shows an increasing proportion... read more »
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Debt doesn’t vanish with age. For millions of older Americans, it’s the primary reason why they continue working — or why they’ve lost hope of... read more »
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Rising food prices and high interest rates are the tell-tale signs of soaring inflation, and Americans are certainly feeling the pressure. As... read more »
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The first few months of 2025 have ushered in economic instability in the U.S. as concerns over trade policies have led the S&P 500 to undergo its... read more »
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If you are buried under a mountain of debt and don’t know how to get out, the debt snowball method might be a good place to start. The method can... read more »
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Single parenting is tough. Dealing with busy schedules, big emotions, and daily routines on your own, along with no one to assist with making... read more »
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As a new year approaches, so do new goals. Some of the most common resolutions revolve around fitness and making healthier choices for your body.... read more »
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Forgiveness is a mighty big concept, isn’t it? You see it figure into everything from Sunday sermons to those 12-step programs to help folks... read more »
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I won’t tell you that making the minimum payment amount required on all your loans is a ticket to Easy Street because it’s not. A minimum payment... read more »
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You can fix your financial problems, and there are plenty of resources to help. That’s the message I want to get across as we tackle the most... read more »
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If you ever wind up in front of a judge in a courtroom, it probably won’t be a pleasant experience — especially when you are the one being... read more »
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Understanding finance terms can sometimes feel like trying to learn an entirely new language. When I first started educating myself on how credit... read more »
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When I was looking into buying a condo, I got to experience plenty of personal finance jargon and acronyms first-hand. LTV, HOI, and PITI were... read more »
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Every once in a while, life can throw us all curveballs. You may run over a stray nail and get a flat tire, or a medical emergency may come up.... read more »
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A lien is a legal claim or right against a property that secures a loan. If you are a lender, liens are an efficient way to ensure debt... read more »
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Debt settlement is a process through which you negotiate with creditors to pay less than you owe by offering a lump sum payment that’s lower than... read more »
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A default occurs when you don’t make payments on your credit card or loan for an extended period, usually several months. It will damage your... read more »
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Debt consolidation is when you combine multiple debts — including loans and/or credit cards — into a single payment. By consolidating them, you... read more »
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Garnishment happens when a court allows a creditor (i.e., the person or company you owe money to) to take part of your paycheck or money from... read more »
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Federal Reserve data shows credit card debt rising to a staggering new high of $1.13 trillion as of Q4 2023. The 2024 Credit Card... read more »