Debt Real Talk Articles

She Settled the Debt. Then Came the Tax Question.

Renata settled her first account and saw $3,200 forgiven. Then a friend mentioned taxes. Two accounts left, a question with no clean answer.

She Stopped Paying. Now: Hire Someone or Do It Herself?

Priya has $35,200 in debt and two months of stopped payments. A settlement company would take around 25% of what she owes. DIY costs nothing — but is she...

Still Current on Payments — Two Options at a Glance.

Marcus has $28,400 in maxed credit cards and hasn't missed a payment. Now he's wondering if staying current is the wrong move.