Are You Ready to Buy Your First Car?
August 10, 2015
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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?
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.
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.
