Gerri Detweiler

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Auto Loans

Are You Ready to Buy Your First Car?

If you're wrestling with the question of when should you buy your first car -- here's what you should consider.

Gerri Detweiler

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bankruptcy

How I'm Rebuilding My Credit After Bankruptcy

A reader who is rebuilding credit after bankruptcy — and with big student loans — shares his strategies.

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Auto Loans

We Bought a Car & My Wife Lost Her Job. Now What?

A couple just bought a new car, but a sudden furlough made a big impact on their finances. Here's what to do if you can't afford your car payment.

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bankruptcy

Can I Walk Away From My House After Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy and foreclosure can each have serious negative consequences for your credit scores. But what if you experience one and then the other?

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mortgages

Help! I'm Trapped in a House I Can't Afford to Sell

Eddie would like to sell his home, but he owes more than it is currently worth. Here are six options if you're still underwater on your mortgage.

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Managing Debt

Is a Debt Collector Allowed to Know My Medical History?

What happens when you owe a medical debt and your medical history is shared with debt collectors? Is that even legal?

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Personal Finance

3 Ways Roommates Can Wreck Your Credit

Having a roommate can be a great way to save money — but the wrong roommates can end up costing you plenty. Here's what to know before you sign on.

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identity theft

Americans Would Rather Have Naked Photos of Them Leaked Than Have Their Finances Exposed

A new poll shows that consumers really, really don't want their financial data breached. So here are some ways they can better protect themselves.

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