How to handle credit impact of misreported COVID relief
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How to report price gouging during the coronavirus crisis
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How to handle credit impact of misreported COVID relief
The CARES Act offers some credit protections for those who…
June 29, 2020
What happens if you ignore debt collectors?
Ignoring a debt collector will only make a bad situation…
June 15, 2020
Should I work with a debt relief company or my creditor to pay off debt?
Working directly with a creditor can be advantageous when compared…
June 1, 2020
How to remove a charge-off from your credit report
A charge-off typically stays on your credit report for seven…
May 18, 2020
How to deal with debt collectors during the coronavirus crisis
There are all sorts of emergency suspensions of debt collection…
May 4, 2020
Can my stimulus check be garnished?
The coronavirus stimulus bill doesn’t protect against your check being…
April 20, 2020
What’s the penalty for going over my credit card limit?
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Should I periodically replace my card to deter fraud?
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February 8, 2020
How can I cancel an auto-renewal billing if I can’t contact the seller?
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Why is my credit card account under review?
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