Tag Archives: credit counseling

Should You Pay for Credit Repair?
Jan 20, 2012 - You've seen the ads – stuff like "We can erase your bad credit, guaranteed!" and "Create a new credit identity!" Are these people for real, and are they worth it?

Ask Stacy: Help! I’m Facing a Debt Disaster!
Sep 06, 2011 - As the result of a gambling addiction, M has major debt issues – what should she do?

Resolutions 2011 – Finding Help With Debt
Jan 19, 2011 - In this economy, more people than ever are resolving to find help getting out of debt. And there's a lot of help out there, both good and bad: Learn to tell the difference.

Ask Stacy: My Wife Ran Up My Credit Cards Without Telling Me
Oct 03, 2010 - My wife ran up my credit cards behind my back - now we've got debts we can't pay. What should I do?

Will Credit Counseling Hurt My Credit Score?
Apr 06, 2010 - Question from a viewer: If you go to a credit counselor for help, how it will affect your credit history and credit score?

4 Tips to Escape from Debt Prison
Mar 02, 2010 - The most popular ways people deal with their debts and how to figure out which will work best for you.

Imprisoned by Debt – 5 Escape Plans
Feb 04, 2010 - This reader has $40,000 of credit card debt and having trouble making payments. If you're in a similar situation or know someone who is, take a look at the 5 options to deal with debt. Warning: None are painless, and all will result in varying degrees of hassle and heartache.

Viewer Question: Who Do I Turn To For Credit Help?
Jan 27, 2010 - Need help with your credit? The way to find it isn't by looking at ads. Because the most trustworthy credit counselors are rarely the most heavily advertised. If you need help, read on.

Help With Debt: Credit Counseling
Jan 18, 2010 - If you need help getting out of debt, here's where to find it.

Dealing With Debt: Debt Settlement
Aug 03, 2009 - Maybe you've seen the ads: go to a debt settlement company, cut your debts in half. Is it for real?

Dealing With Debt: Credit Counseling
Jul 28, 2009 - You see it advertised: cut your interest rates in half, get help paying off your debts. Can credit counseling help you deal with debt?

How To: Reduce Your Debt
Jan 14, 2009 - We got advice on reducing debt from a consumer credit counselor whose only job is to help people get out of debt.

Super-Secret Budgeting Tips
Jun 25, 2008 - Among the most common New Years resolutions is to sticking to a budget. If that sounds familiar, you'll appreciate this expert guidance on tracking the family finances.

Cutting Debt: Tips From Pros
Jun 25, 2008 - Was one of your resolutions to pay off some debt this year? Here are some tips to pay off that debt from a few of the pros...

Fiscal Fitness: Finding Help
Jun 25, 2008 - If your list of New Year's resolutions includes "Paying Down Debt", or "Saving More Money", then you're in the right place.