"Debt relief programs can be very beneficial," says Dawn-Marie Joseph, founder of Estate Planning and Preservation. "They can be the extra push you need to eliminate or pay down debt." Here are a few reasons to reach out to a debt relief service now if you're struggling to make your...
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Green and “many other people of color,” the article claims, believe opposition to debt relief “reflects a larger backlash to racial progress in higher education.” “This is white supremacy at work,” Green said. “This is a long tactic of conservative, white supremacist-leaning groups to...
Another factor that may sway your decision is weighing the cost of bankruptcy compared tothe cost of debt relief programs. While filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy may seem like the cheapest option, there are court fees, legal fees, credit counseling costs and other expenses to consi...
Rates have been coming down ever since, starting in the 1980s Reagan administration. As of the 2025 tax year, there are seven federal tax brackets: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%.8 It is probably no coincidence that the U.S. debt has ballooned during the modern era, ...
As ofDecember 2024, more than49,199NEA members already have run their numbers through the student loan debt tool. The chart below shows the real relief NEA members are finding! Run your numbers todayand see what you might be able to save through repayment and forgiveness plans based ...
If you don't have the cash right away, the IRS hasinstallment plansthat can help. There's no getting around interest and penalties,but you'll avoid more severe consequences. The IRS's short-term payment plan gives taxpayers up to 180 days to settle their debt. It does carry a failure-...
Without a doubt, POS financing is convenient when you don't have the cash up front. But as with all lending products that could potentially impact your credit score and your overall finances, be mindful when you apply. Here are some things to consider: ...
“The work MDA is doing to provide medical assistance in the region is urgently needed, and we are proud to lend our support to their humanitarian relief efforts to provide emergency aid,” said Rob Weisbord, Sinclair chief operating officer and president of local media....
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act also caps interest rates on any credit card debt incurred by an active service member prior to entering military service at 6 percent. What to do about high interest rates If you are dealing with a high interest rate, there are some things you can do to...