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Can Bankruptcy Wipe Out My Tax Debt — Without Touching My Retirement?

by Steve Rhode

Older income taxes CAN be discharged in bankruptcy (3-year, 2-year, 240-day rules) — and your 401(k) and IRA are protected. Don’t drain retirement to pay the IRS first.

My Car Was Repossessed and Now They Want More Money. Here’s What to Do Right Now.

by Steve Rhode

A deficiency balance after repossession is real — but it’s challengeable, negotiable, and dischargeable. The 5 moves to make before you pay a dime.

Should I Quit My Debt Settlement Program and File Bankruptcy Instead?

by Steve Rhode

Already in a debt settlement program and wondering if you should switch to bankruptcy? You can leave anytime. Here’s how to decide without the sunk-cost trap.

The Credit Card Number That Should Scare You Isn’t the Balance. It’s the Late Payments.

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The share of credit card balances 90+ days past due hit 13.1% — the worst since 2011. Here’s what the NY Fed data actually says about who’s drowning and what to do.

Recession Warnings Are Piling Up — Here’s the 30-Day Checklist That Separates Survivors From Spirals

by Steve Rhode

NY Fed, CNBC, and Reuters all flashing recession warnings on the same day. Here’s the exact 30-day checklist to protect your finances before the window closes.

Goldman Just Released Its 2026 Inflation Playbook for Rich Clients — Here’s What It Means for Your Credit Card Balance

by Steve Rhode

Goldman’s 2026 inflation playbook was written for rich clients. Here’s what the same data means for your credit card balance and minimum payments.

The Labor Secretary Just Resigned — If Your Employer Owes You Overtime, Your Enforcement Window Just Got Smaller

by Steve Rhode

The Labor Secretary just resigned. If your employer owes you overtime or steals tips, the enforcement window is shrinking — file this week.

D.R. Horton’s Profit Just Dropped — If You Were Counting on Home Equity to Escape Debt, Read This

by Steve Rhode

D.R. Horton’s profit just dropped 13%. If your debt plan involves home equity, a HELOC, or selling the house, the math is shifting under you.

Synchrony Just Posted a Profit Surge — Here’s What Your Store Credit Card Statement Isn’t Telling You

by Steve Rhode

Synchrony just posted $805M in profit. If you have a store credit card with a promotional balance, the deferred interest trap is about to spring.

Kevin Warsh Just Said ‘Inflation Is a Choice’ — Here’s What That Means for Every Dollar You Owe

by Steve Rhode

Kevin Warsh just told the Senate he’ll keep rates high. Here’s what that means for your credit card APR, HELOC, and adjustable mortgage — and what to do this week.

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