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In a wage garnishment, your employer may take money directly out of your paycheck to repay your creditors. You have rights, though, and may be able to find a way to lessen or stop the garnishment. Here's how.
Many credit card issuers offer hardship programs for customers experiencing a financial setback. The problem, however, is that sometimes these programs end before your situation has gone back to normal. So let’s take a look at what happens when your credit card deferment ends, and what you can do to protect yourself.
As a human resource professional, you understand that holistic employee wellness benefits result in positive outcomes — financially and emotionally — for both employers and employees. You’ve done the research and you’re ready to start a financial wellness program, but you’re not sure where to start. Here's what you need to know.
Summer is the perfect time to review your finances to make sure your bases are covered. Here’s what to look for during your mid-year financial check-in.
Student loan counseling can be a life-changing tool, especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their federal student loans. To make the most of your counseling session (and save yourself some time), there are a few steps you should take care of in advance of your appointment.
Learn about the legal status known as “judgment proof” for people with low income, where benefits such as Social Security do not count as garnishable assets.
Your debt-to-income ratio is a measure of your debt load compared to your income. It tells lenders whether you might struggle to afford another payment—like, say, a mortgage—on top of existing debts. Here's how to calculate your ratio and how to know when your number is too high.
In January 2022, Navient, one of the country’s largest student loan servicers, reached a $1.85 billion settlement over allegations it defrauded students with deceptive and predatory loan practices. Here's how to know if your loans were impacted and what comes next.
How does settling debts impact your tax return? Here how to prepare for a settlement without getting stuck with an unexpected tax bill.
Rising housing costs have a large impact on your budget and lifestyle. How does rent inflation affect your financial health and how can you adjust your budget to manage these rising costs?
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