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How To Do A 401(k) Loan: Pros And Cons Of Borrowing From A Retirement Plan

February 9, 2012

The 401(k) often has an option where you can take out a loan and pay yourself interest. There are risks to be aware of, however, when taking out a 401(k) loan.

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Will A Short Sale Hurt Your Credit, And Will You Even Qualify For One?

January 24, 2012

A lot of people are finding themselves underwater in their homes and are considering a short sale to unload their home. But should they?

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Should You Borrow From Family Members?

November 22, 2011

Within the last four years, it has become more difficult to borrow. In that environment, more people are considering borrowing from family. Should they?

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What Does The Obama Student Loan Relief Program Offer?

November 15, 2011

It is no secret that many Americans graduate from college with debt. The government may be offering some help to those with student loans.

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Should You Reveal Your Debt To Family And Friends?

October 27, 2011

If you are struggling to get out of debt, should you reveal your debt to your family and friends, or keep it on the down low?

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You Vs. Debt Video Course And Accountability Program Can Help You To Get Out Of Debt

September 20, 2011

Like a lot of people these days at one point in my life I struggled with credit card debt, and with spending more than my income could justify. Over about 4-5 few years my wife and I were able to get rid of our debt, but it ended up taking far longer than it should [...]

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How To Erase Your Debts The Hard Way

August 24, 2011

I’m convinced that there is only one surefire way to undo your debts. By paying them off the old fashioned way, with hard work and planning.

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How Much And What Kind Of Debt Have You Incurred In Your Lifetime?

August 17, 2011

How many credit cards, mortgage and other credit accounts do you have on your credit report?How much have you spent on credit over the years?

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Is It A Wrong For A Christian To Use Debt Of Any Kind? Is Being In Debt Sin?

July 20, 2011

Is it biblical to take on a mortgage, or to go into debt of any kind as a Christian? What does the Bible say about the topic?

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Building Up Debt Is Easy. Getting Rid Of Debt Takes Dedication And Hard Work

July 11, 2011

Over the years I’ve never really been someone who spends large amounts of money, but if I’m completely honest I haven’t exactly been frugal all the time either. When I was younger I never really denied myself the things I wanted, even when I didn’t necessarily have the cash on hand to buy it. If [...]

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Famous Musician Bankruptcies: From Millions To Broke – Toni Braxton

May 27, 2011

Six time Grammy award winner Toni Braxton filed for bankruptcy last year, for the second time. Here’s a look at how she dug herself a 50 million dollar hole.

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A Review Of Debt Free For Life By David Bach

March 26, 2011

David Bach’s latest book Debt Free For Life: The Finish Rich Plan for Financial Freedom, is a good read and is full of solid financial advice. Here’s a review.

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