Boyfriend Bails after Balance Transfer

She thought she was doing the right thing when she moved $3,500 of her boyfriend’s debt onto a zero percent balance transfer card. Now, he’s out of the picture, and she’s left with the debt

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Will Creditors Forgive my Debt if I'm Seriously Ill?

A serious illness can throw your finances into a tailspin. Here are some debt management options for those dealing with crushing debt and overwhelming circumstances

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Funding a Wedding on Credit? Pay it Off Quickly

Financing your wedding on credit has some major risks. But if it’s the only way to achieve your dream wedding, there are some ways to minimize the credit damage

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Don't Get too Dazzled by Balance Transfer Offers

He’s crawled out of crushing debt, and now the credit card companies are courting him with balance transfer deals. However, a balance transfer may not be the right move, says Erica Sandberg

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A Do-it-Yourself Guide to Bankruptcy

If you can’t afford attorney fees, filing for bankruptcy on your own might seem prudent. Careful, though. The process is incredibly complex

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