You Can ‘Unionize’ Your Debt
When facing what feels like a crushing amount of debt, you may be tempted to resign yourself to feeling hopeless and alone. This is understandable, given how society tends to…
These Medical Debts Should Not Hurt Your Credit Score
The United States can be a cruel place for people with bad or no health insurance: One medical crisis could result in thousands of dollars of debt. But the Consumer…
How to Negotiate With Debt Collectors (and Why You Always Should)
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) There’s no shortage of scammers out there pretending to be debt collectors, harassing you via call and text day after day. If you are blocking these numbers,…
How Long Does Something Stay on Your Credit Report?
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) While negative items on your credit report might feel like a millstone around your neck, the penalty to your score does fade, and the blemishes will disappear…