Many people constantly complain about being in debt, but when you ask: do you have a budget, do you know how much you owe, or when you suggest they cut back on expenses they look at you as if you are speaking a foreign language, or they just plain out refuse. I am always amazed at this; how can you ever get out of debt if you dont change your mindset and if you arent willing to work hard and make sacrifices? There is no quick fix or cure-all to get out of debt. It takes a l…
Why Late Payments Haunt You For 7 Years
Did you ever wonder why a negative item has to stay on your credit report for 7 years? This question has been circulated for many years, and no one was able to give an answer other than what is stated in the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). I always wondered what the answer was myself, but was never satisfied just knowing that someone just decided to use the magic number 7.
Why You Need An Emergency Fund
Many Americans today don’t have a savings account or emergency fund. I heard on the news recently that the Commerce Department reported that Americans spend all the money they have and personal savings rates have reached the lowest level since the Great Depression.
Five Ways To Stop Living Paycheck To Paycheck
Over 1 million Americans file for personal bankruptcy every year. The average American household has 10 credit cards. People are living above their means. Americans are drowning in debt and the problem is getting worse. Many people are foreclosing on their homes and will be forced to live on the street because they are in so much debt.