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CFPB Shuts Down Medical Debt Collection Agency Over Several Violations
CFPB shuts down medical collection agency over violations including trying to collect unverified debts.
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More Signs of Belt-Tightening and a Slowing Economy: The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter Although fewer banks are tightening lending standards, more businesses and households are feeling the squeeze.
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Four Holiday Shopping Strategies to Keep You in Check
Overspending during the holidays is so easy, but if you go into the shopping season with a plan and a budget, you’ll be so much happier in 2024.
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Student Loan Borrowers To See Better Protections Under New Rules
Student loan borrowers will be better protected against sudden school closures under the rules, the DOE says.
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$9 Billion More in Student Loan Debt Forgiven
Biden forgives $9B in student loan debt on heels of loan repayments resuming.
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What Happens When Student Loan Payments Resume?
With an increased monthly debt burden, borrowers could cut discretionary spending, causing economic turmoil. On the bright side, alternative ways to pay for college are being considered.
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Credit Card Debt Increases By State
Americans now have over $1.2 trillion in credit card debt. California and Texas lead the charge for states with the biggest quarter-over-quarter jump.
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Maryland Student Loan Tax Credit: What You Should Know
State Tax Who gets a Maryland student loan tax credit?
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Five Ways You Can Assess, Manage and Pay Off Debt
Average personal debt is lower now than it was in 2019, but many Americans still struggle with debt. Here are some ways to both pay it down and grow your wealth.
