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What is Interest and How Does it Impact Me?

By Elaine Rubin

When you go to a bank or credit union to borrow money, it’s going to cost you as well. Read on to understand how interest works and how to make it work for you!

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How to Pay Off Debt

By Penny Redlin

If you are currently facing debt, like many Americans, you are probably wondering if you’ll ever be able to pay it all off. Unfortunately, many people simply don’t know where to start when it comes to paying off debt. In reality, paying off debt may be easier than you think if you just take small steps.

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What is a Debt Management Plan

By Penny Redlin

A debt repayment plan is a type of repayment plan that helps individuals regain control of their finances. By pairing with a credit counselor, you can gain a comprehensive view of your financial situation and better understand the options at your disposal. If you and your counselor feel a debt management plan may be a solution, they can work on your behalf to develop a new payment plan that better fits your budget and lifestyle.

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Managing Student Loan Debt

By Penny Redlin

Student loan debt has become a prevalent issue, with millions of people burdened. It's a responsibility that can last for decades, impacting every aspect of one's life, from career choices to significant life events. Hence, managing this debt effectively is critical.

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A check that “bounces” is a check that is returned for insufficient funds. If you write a check for $100 but only have $80 in your checking account, you have insufficient funds to cover the amount the check is written for. Some banks will charge over-draft fees when this occurs.

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Debt is money that was borrowed and is now owed to another individual or an entity. You might borrow money to buy a house, pay for college or buy or a car. Applying for and using a credit card is another form of debt.

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Debt consolidation is the process of bundling your various debts into a single debt. This might involve bundling loans together or borrowing a new loan to pay off credit cards and other debts such as a personal or car loan.

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The two most common types of debt are secured and unsecured. Secured debt is typically backed by collateral (an asset that possesses value). The lender has a lien on the collateral (they can take the asset) as an assurance of some repayment should you fail to make payments.

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The expression of “getting into debt” typically refers to when you borrow more than you can afford to repay on time or even pay off. This will make it difficult to maintain minimum monthly payments and could cause you to juggle which debts you choose to pay each month.

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To begin getting out of debt, it is a good idea to list out all your debts. Make sure to include student loans, car loans, mortgage (if you have one), any other loans, accounts that are in collections, and outstanding credit card debt.

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