Tag Archives: Debt Relief
Three Ways to Restore your Credit After Bankruptcy
When a person finally resolves to file for bankruptcy, it can be quite an emotional journey. Some feel anxiety about the future; others find a long-deserved sense of relief. Whatever the emotions, one question typically hangs over people: How do I restore my credit after this? The answer is pretty straightforward. Time and good… Read More »
Medical Debt is the Largest Cause of Bankruptcy: Rising Deductibles Will Not Likely Improve the Situation
For five years now, the out-of-pocket costs of healthcare have escalated rapidly. Consider a 2014 report by Forbes, where it was explained that out-of-pocket costs went up by 8 percent between just 2013 and 2014 and is expected to continue to rise. In fact, the costs have doubled since 2009. And although more Americans… Read More »
Don’t Take Debts Lying Down: Demand Validation
Millions of Americans find black marks on their credit reports each year. Many of those are completely false. Some are not even their debts at all. Others reflect actual accounts but the amounts are wrong or have already been paid. Many people just accept this as part of life, assuming it is too difficult… Read More »