- Finance Articles
- Credit and Debt
Recovering From a Poor Credit Score
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 02/7/2011
- Credit and Debt
It's a gradual process to improve a bad credit score, but it can be done with dedication and discipline.
The New Year's Resolution
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 12/31/2010
- Credit and Debt
Getting ahead of debt is a New Year's resolution for many. You can do it with the right attitude!
Getting out of Debt
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 12/3/2010
- Credit and Debt
Bite the bullet and get in control of your debt.
Consumer Rights in Debt Collection
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 10/21/2010
- Credit and Debt
Consumers are protected by law to prevent harassing, abusive, and unfair debt collection.
Thinking About Co-Signing a Loan for Someone?
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/19/2009
- Credit and Debt
Co-signing a loan for someone means putting your good credit on the line, and possibly even money out of your pocket.
Credit Monitoring Services
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 09/6/2008
- Credit and Debt
A credit monitoring service can be a useful educational tool, but there are ways to monitor your credit and protect your identity for less.
The Debt Snowball
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/27/2008
- Credit and Debt
Dave Ramsey's popular debt elimination technique has proven successful for many frustrated consumers.
Your Credit Utilization Ratio
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/22/2008
- Credit and Debt
It's more important how it affects your bank account than your credit score.
Freedom from Debt
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/27/2008
- Credit and Debt
Getting out of debt will give you freedom and control.
Surviving the Credit Crunch
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/19/2008
- Credit and Debt
The credit crunch may hinder the lifestyles of the credit-dependant.
Credit and Debt