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Medical Credit Cards Drive Up Cost of Care, Says CFPB
CFPB says medical credit cards are driving up the cost of care with more than $1 billion accrued in deferred interest.
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Your Credit Card Late Fees Could be Slashed, Thanks to CFPB Proposals
Federal bureau CFPB moves to rein in credit card late fees, which could save customers as much as $9 billion a year.
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Is Student Loan Debt Hurting Your Retirement Plans?
Paying for College Millions of borrowers 50 and older are struggling to repay loans for themselves and their children, some delaying retirement. There’s a trick, though, to help with repayment.
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How to Monitor Your Credit Reports for Free
credit reports Don't get suckered into paying for credit monitoring services. There are free options all around.
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Are Debt Collectors Overcharging You? How to Protect Yourself
debt management "Convenience fees” on debt repayments are likely illegal.
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Repo Risk: Beware Illegal Car Repossessions
cars Used cars are worth more than ever before. The CFPB warns the hot market may tempt lenders to seize cars when they don’t have a legal right. What can you do if this happens to you?
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What You Can Do About Medical Debt
Budgeting Millions of Americans are awash in debt from medical care. If you’re one of them, we have your options, whether the bills are new or a collector is calling.
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How to Fix Your Credit Reports
Coronavirus and Your Money Before you apply for a mortgage or car loan, check your credit files for errors that could derail your plans.
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Behind on Debts? Know Your Rights
Coronavirus and Your Money There are limits on what debt collectors can do to recoup what you owe. If you have medical debts, you have even more rights.
