Debt Help Articles

Garnish My Pension?

Can your pension be garnished? Pensions, like Social Security and other forms of retirement income, are exempt from garnishment for most debts. However...

Debt Judgments

If you are facing a judgment or possible garnishment, let Bills.com give you the advice you need to resolve your debt.

Debt Settlement Advice and Tips

Get self help tips and advice on debt settlement options. Find. Learn. Save! at Bills.com

Debt Inheritance

See what happens to your debt when you pass away. Bills.com your one stop financial resource center

Debt and Divorce

Get all the answers about debt and divorce from Bills.com? your source for saving money. Ask Bill, Bills.com's financial expert your financial questions.

How Do I Reduce My Debts?

How do I reduce my debts? | If you are asking yourself, 'How do I reduce my debt?' you owe it to yourself to look at all your options. Start by...

Divorce and Debt

It is important to divide assets and liabilities, and make certain to update your credit report record (particularly if there are jointly held accounts) after t

Bad Debt

If you have Bad Debt problems, let Bills.com help you save.

CreditGuard of America - Credit Guard Advice and Consumer Debt Solutions

See what Bills.com has been asked in the past about Credit Guard of America and Consumer Debt Solutions.

Buried In Debt

Find yourself buried in debt? Bills.com has the tips and resources to get debt free.

Small Business Debt

Do you have a lot of debt acrued through you closed small business? See what options may be right for you. Bills.com is your one stop resource for saving mone

Debt Management Questions

Get answers to common debt management questions. Bills.com, your personal finance resource center.

Freeze Account

It is not possible for a third party, such as an ex-spouse to effectuate an account freeze. You may be thinking of what is called a levy or garnishment.

Credit CARD Act of 2009 Interest

The Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 is an amendment to the Truth in Lending Act. It limits the amount your rate can changeâ

Help with Business Debt

Let Bills.com help you solve your Business Debt Problems so that you can save.

Lien

What a lien means and how to free yourself from a lien. There are three types of liens: tax liens, mechanics liens, and judgment liens. To resolve a lien...

Repossessed Vehicle

Learn about the process of repossession and what happens to your vehicle after it has been repossessed.

Get Out of Debt Faster

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Civil Summons on Credit Card Debt

Advice about Civil Summons on Credit Card Debt | Free tips about your options, if you were served a civil summons on account of a credit card debt. Bills.com i

Bad Debt Situation

If you are struggling with debts and facing a Bad Debt Situation, let Bills.com help show you the way to lower your debts, cut payments and save so that you can

Thousands in Debt

Looking for the best resolution strategy for your debts? Let bills.com point you to savings.

How to Budget Your Money

Budget | Creating a budget will help you, whether you are struggling with debt or not.

Charged off amount

Learn how a charged off amount is recorded on your credit report. Get the information you need at bills.com.

Garnishing Pension

Government-administered benefits, such as state pensions and Social Security, cannot be garnished by a judgment. Consult with a lawyer when...

Voluntary Vehicle Repossession

Learn all about voluntary vehicle repossession and its effects on your credit. Learn more at Bills.com

US Debt Solutions

The pros and cons of each debt solution or debt consolidation option and how will each affect a credit report.

Marriage and Debt Payments

Learn about community property law and how it relates to marriage and debt payments. Bills.com has answers to all of your personal finance questions.

California Debt & Divorce

California Debt & Divorce | As a practical matter, even in community property states, many creditors do not go to the trouble of suing both spouses, as....

Vehicle Repossession

If you cannot repay the loan on the vehicle you have three choices: Do nothing and face vehicle repossession; allow a voluntary repossession; or negotiate with

Being Sued by a Creditor

Are you being sued by a creditor? The thought of being sued can be overwhelming. A lawsuit can cause emotional and physical stress. Read on how you can protect

California Payday Loan

Payday loans | Learn about the payday loan regulations. Understand what happens in California when you put a stop payment to a check that you gave to a payday l

Debt and Estate Laws

A decedent's debts do not automatically pass to his spouse, children, or anyone else.

Car Repossession

Car Repossession | Vehicles depreciate at a fast rate. If your car is repossessed and worth less than the balance of the loan, then you will have to pay-off...

Texas

Texas debt laws, bankruptcy limits, tax rates, statutes of limitations, and facts.

Delinquent Credit Card Debt and Foreclosure

Delinquent Credit Card Debt and Foreclosure | Free tips from bills.com about delinquent credit card debt, its effects on your home, and whether it can lead to f

Questions to Ask Debt Consolidation Lawyers

Debt Consolidation Lawyers | Debt is a financial issue. However, if you have debt problems, considering bankruptcy or facing lawsuits, then learn questions...

Minnesota Garnishment

An employer shall not discharge an employee for a garnishment in Minnesota. A divorce decree does not trump the contract terms in a federal student loan.

Creditor Threatening to Garnish Spouse

A collection agency is threatening to sue me and garnish my spouse's wages. Can they do that?

Re-Aging Debt

If you have solid evidence of a collection agent re-aging an account, dispute the account as described here. You may a cause of action for re-aging the account

Eliminating Unhealthy Debts

Follow these budgeting tips and debt pay off strategies to eliminate your credit card debts and other unhealthy debts. Get on the road to becoming debt free.

California

Learn more about California statute of limitations, collection Law, payday loans & bankruptcy limits

Creditor calling

See what recourses you have against harassing creditor calls. Know your rights at Bills.com

Being Sued While Deployed Overseas

Being Sued While Deployed Overseas | In most states, a creditor attempting to file a lawsuit against you is required to have you personally served with a...

Voluntary Surrender of Lease

Get the facts on voluntary surrender of lease. Bills.com has the resources to help you save on your auto loan.

Payoff Debt from Payday Lender

These small loans, often called "cash advance loans" or "check advance loans" are a frequent pitfall for consumers. Read more about what you can do to avoid thi

Being Sued By Creditors

See what recourses you have and gets tips on the best recourse if you are being sued by creditors. Find. Learn. Save! at Bills.com

Monthly Debt

Consolidating your debt in a single low-interest loan can save on monthly payments and speed the process of paying off debt. Read about topics such as these an

Responsible for Spouse's Debt?

You may be held responsible for a spouse's debt depending on your state's law, the debt type, when the debt was incurred, and any pre-nuptial agreement...

Payday Loan and the FDCPA

A debt collector for a payday loan company says they are not subject to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). I am honestly a little confused and a li

In College With a Lot of Debt

Learn about a student's struggle with debt burdens and see what you can do to get out of debt. Get more debt help tips at Bills.com