Just as there are many reasons why people end up in debt, there are many ways to handle getting out of debt. One option is debt consolidation, which means rolling up several of your debts into one, lower-interest loan.  The ideal person for this type of debt management solution is…

If you’re struggling with debt and looking for help managing it, meeting with a credit counselor might be a logical first step. Credit counselors can help you create a budget, find ways to reduce your debt or enroll you in a debt management plan (DMP). But before you enter into…

If you’re struggling with high interest rates on credit cards and loans while  barely making a dent in your debt each month, it may be time to consider debt consolidation. That’s a strategy where you roll multiple debts into one monthly payment at a lower interest rate to pay down…

If you’re barely keeping up with your monthly debt payments, or even starting to fall behind, you might be thinking about making a change. Paying less toward your debt each month probably sounds like a pretty good solution. That’s a possibility with a debt consolidation loan. This debt relief method…

Do you have knots in your stomach over your financial situation? Sleepless nights? Creditors calling? You need a plan to manage your debt. And if bankruptcy is on your mind, it’s time to do your homework and see if it’s the best solution for your financial woes. There are plenty…

Americans have trillions of dollars in debt, and so naturally, there are plenty of people out there thinking about ways to pay theirs off. For some, a debt consolidation loan could be an attractive option. It allows you to take out a new loan and use it to roll up…

If Steven Donovan could sum up his thoughts on taking out loans to pay for his education, it would be “nonchalant.” “I understood it as, ‘I want to go to school, so I’ll need to take out loans,’” said the author and founder of Even Steven Money. He planned to…

You’re in love. You’re planning to get married. Ready to talk about money? Apparently 88% of Americans think that conversation is important, but only 51% ever get around to having it, according to a SunTrust survey. There is a long-standing taboo about money talk in this country. And although two…

If you’re in debt, you’re certainly not alone. The Federal Reserve estimates that Americans have over $15 trillion in consumer debt. However, if the debt feels like a hole that you may never be able to dig yourself out of, you may be considering a debt settlement program. Here’s what…

If you find yourself deep in debt, you may be considering getting help from a professional. That could mean enrolling in a debt management program (DMP) through a credit counseling agency. Most of these agencies are nonprofits that offer free or low-cost financial services like budget planning, housing advice, debt…

Navigating your debt relief options may seem daunting. Debt relief and credit counseling are just two major types of debt management you might consider. With debt relief, you hire a company to negotiate a settlement with your creditors. With credit counseling, you get access to services ranging from budget planning…