Consumer Debt Articles

When Illness Means Debt — And A New Rule Could Make It Worse

Steve Rhode Nov 7, 2025 5 min read
Overwhelmed man managing debt and finances at home, feeling stressed about personal debt and financial problems.

Why the move by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) may raise the stakes for medical collections — and what you can do about it.…

College Is “Worth It” for Many—But There is More You Need to Know First

Steve Rhode Oct 17, 2025 6 min read
$COLLEGE SAVINGS JAR WITH MONEY AND STUDY MATERIALS, UNIVERSITY, HIGHER EDUCATION.

WRAL’s North Carolina story is a useful spark—but the real decision comes down to completion, cost, and what your field actually pays. A recent WRAL…

The Comprehensive Case Against “The Dave Ramsey Way Is The Only Way”

Steve Rhode Oct 5, 2025 116 min read
Portrait of Steve Rhode, the Get Out of Debt Guy, with a woman, focusing on debt relief and financial advice.

A Complete Guide to Critical Thinking About One-Size-Fits-All Debt Advice PART 1: WHAT WE’RE ACTUALLY CRITIQUING The Core Claims of the Ramsey Method Dave Ramsey’s…

Why Bankruptcy Makes More Sense When You’re Older (and the Math Proves It)

Steve Rhode Oct 5, 2025 7 min read
Bankruptcy debt relief expert - Get Out of Debt Guy - Steve Rhode, financial freedom specialist, helping you eliminate debt fast and regain control.

Let’s talk about something almost nobody wants to admit out loud:Bankruptcy might actually make more sense the older you get. If that sounds backwards—good. Because…

Startup Star to Inmate: The $175 Million Fraud That Landed Charlie Javice in Prison

Steve Rhode Oct 1, 2025 4 min read
Overwhelmed woman in courtroom facing debt stress and financial difficulties.

If you’ve ever looked at a flashy startup and thought, “Wow, they’ve made it big overnight!”—this story is a gut check. Charlie Javice, once the…

Andris Pukke, Repeat Fraudster Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison

Steve Rhode Oct 1, 2025 4 min read
Andris Pukke, Repeat Fraudster Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that ANDRIS PUKKE, a/k/a “Marc Romeo,” a/k/a “Andy Storm,” was sentenced yesterday…

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