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Ask Stacy: Should I Borrow From My Retirement Account to Pay Debts?
Stacy Johnson on October 21, 2016
One in 5 Americans able to borrow from their 401(k)s have done so. But that doesn’t mean it’s a great idea.

4 Debts Americans Want to Pay Off in 2022
Chris Kissell on January 26, 2022
Debt levels are rising again, but some folks are committed to ending that cycle this year.

How to Pay Off $10,000 in Debt Without Breaking a Sweat
Maryalene LaPonsie on July 12, 2021
With a few simple steps, paying off your debt can be a lot easier than you think.

10 Ways to Lose Weight and Pay Down Debt — at the Same Time
Geof Wheelwright on May 26, 2021
Here’s how to shrink your waistline and your debt at once.

Is It Better to Save for Retirement or Pay Down Debt?
MTN Staff on June 24, 2020
As it turns out, the answer might not be as simple as you would hope.

Get Rid of Expensive Credit Card Debt: Pay 0% on Balance Transfers for 15 Months
Money Talks News on March 26, 2020
Breathe a little easier by transferring your high-interest credit card debt to this cards while you pay down the balance.

Should We Get a 0% Credit Card to Pay Down Debt?
Stacy Johnson on March 9, 2020
Transferring your existing credit card balance to plastic with a 0% introductory rate can be a great idea — or a horrible one. Here’s how to decide.

Should I Pay Off All of My Debts Before Investing?
Stacy Johnson on January 6, 2020
You’ve probably heard you should pay off your debts before investing, but what about your mortgage?

2-Minute Money Manager: Why Did My Credit Score Drop After Paying Off Debt?
Stacy Johnson on December 2, 2019
Sometimes credit scores aren’t logical. This is one of those times.

2-Minute Money Manager: Will Paying Off Old Debts Help My Credit?
Stacy Johnson on November 4, 2019
You’d think that paying off an old, unpaid debt would help your credit score. But does it?

2-Minute Money Manager: What’s the Best Way to Pay Down Debt?
Stacy Johnson on February 25, 2019
Which is the best method for paying down credit card debt? Here are the pros and cons of three main options.

Ask Stacy: If My Debt Is Sold to a Collection Agency, Do I Still Have to Pay It?
Stacy Johnson on April 20, 2018
The internet says there’s a legal loophole allowing you to dodge your debts. Here’s what I say.

Watch This: Why We Can’t Print More Money to Pay Down Debt
Money Talks News on January 9, 2018
The nation is drowning in debt. Watch this video to find out why taking the easy way out would do a lot more harm than good.

Student Debt Soars: 5 Ways to Pay Off Your Loans Faster
Karla Bowsher on October 18, 2017
Student loan debt has reached a new record high, with college grads of every age bearing this burden. Here are five tricks to pay off college loans sooner.

3 Credit Cards That Let You Pay Off Debt for Free
Karla Bowsher on August 22, 2017
You have more options than ever for paying off debt without losing a single cent to interest charges or transfer fees.

Ask Stacy — Will Paying Old Unpaid Debts Improve My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson on April 28, 2017
Here’s how to improve your credit score if you have debt in collections. Paying it off may or may not be the answer.

Join Trump in Pledging to Help Pay Down U.S. Debt
Karla Bowsher on January 12, 2017
The president-elect plans to try to help pay down the nation’s debt. Here is how you can do your part.

Ask Stacy: What’s the Single Best Way to Pay Down Debt?
Stacy Johnson on February 19, 2016
Every January, we resolve to do things like pay down debt. And about this time every year, our enthusiasm begins to fade. Did you resolve to become debt-free this year? Read this.

Student Loan Debt? Be Careful With Income-Based Repayment
Guest Blogger on March 17, 2015
Repayment programs that provide relief on a month-to-month basis come with other costs down the road.

Should You Use Your Savings to Pay Off Debt?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 10, 2014
We can help you figure out what might make the most sense for you and your money.
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