Living in Apartment With Bills. Getting Married Soon and Just Got Big Inheritance. – Keith

“Dear Jon, I’m 31 years old, living in a rental apartment. I’m single but thinking about proposing in next 6 months. I just got my auto loan in August $20K with no money down and a low interest rate from my credit union. Had a bankruptcy in 2001(Medical Bills) Potential engagement coming How do I …

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Our Financial Situation is Out of Control. What Should We Do? – Tashia

Family of 4, Husband ownes a business & works at another job. I work p/t for a non-profit out of our home. We have 2 children under the age of 12. We reside in an area that has been hard hit with the poor economy. We are struggling everyday. There are 2 loans that are …

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What is the best solution to my debt problem? – Jean

HELP! I am going under. What are my options for the following scenario??? Recently Divorced, 57 yrs. Income:Teacher Annual Salary: $50K ~30K credit card debt Own Home @ 5.99% on a fixed 20 year note (Bank of America) Pay Property Taxes separately.(~$5K Annually) 5K balance on “Line of Credit” (B of A) Not behind on …

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Carrying Credit Card Debt for 13 Years And It’s Grown. What Now? – Laura

“Dear Steve, I’ve been carrying credit card debt since grad school in 1988 – it went from 15,000 to 40,000+ plus in 29 years. I’m gainfully employed, but am 55, living on one income and supporting 2 people. My 81 yo mother lives with me and does not receive enough from Soc. Security to cover …

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Are We Headed Down the Right Path? – Maryann

“Dear Steve, Our household is grossing $80K a year. Sounds great right? We both have finally gotten our advanced degrees (one Master’s and one PhD). In our fields of choice (education), however, we won’t make much more than we make now, so the likelihood of increased income is slim. We have three teenagers in the …

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I Was Looking at Credit Relief Center. How Do I Get Out of Debt? – Joni

“Dear Damon, I was searching for reviews on credit relief center. I have accumulated about 30,000 debt in credit cards for about 20 years. I thought I was able to catch up but the balances kept on creeping and the high interest rates don’t help. I’m sure I’d be able to rid myself of these …

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