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What Can I Do About Wage Garnishment?
A wage garnishment occurs when a court orders a portion of a person’s earnings to be withheld to satisfy a debt. When your wages are being garnished, the payroll department at your job will calculate…
What Is The Difference Between Credit Counseling and Debtor Education?
If you’re facing a difficult financial situation, there’s a good chance that bankruptcy has at least crossed your mind at some point. Regardless of whether you’re considering filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy…
Why is Georgia a Bankruptcy Leader?
As the 2010s began, Georgia was infamous as the state hardest hit by bankruptcies, even in the midst of the recession. Today, while conditions have improved, Georgia is still one of the top states filing…
Out with the Old! New Companies Forcing Companies Out
New, successful ventures are on the rise this year – and so are the older brands and companies getting ousted because of them. Here are the businesses teetering on the brink or getting ready to…
Ways to Have a Low Cost Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year, however it can also be the most expensive day of the year. In 2014, the average person spent $133.91 on candy, flowers and other heart-shaped…
Top Reasons People Go Bankrupt
It’s easy to assume that someone who files for bankruptcy protection has been financially irresponsible, but according to a recent post in the Huffington Post, some of the most common reasons people file for bankruptcy…
Why You Need to Organize Your Taxes NOW
As a new year begins, it is a good time to get organized and start fresh. This includes preparing for your taxes. While it may be tempting to wait until the last minute, especially if…
Getting Your Credit Card Debt Back Under Control
Credit card debt can quickly pile up, especially during the holidays. People tend to apply for more store credit cards and spend more money on their current credit cards this time of year when compared…
State of the Home: Assessing Your Finances
Assessing your finances and learning more about where you stand can help you get a true understanding of your financial life and make the most of your income and assets. You can’t do anything to…