How to speed up credit card debt relief

The debt relief process can take a while, but there are ways to expedite the process. Here's how to do that.

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How long does credit card debt relief take?

Considering a debt relief strategy to get rid of your credit card debt? Here's how long the process could take.

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How much of your paycheck should go to credit card debt?

If you put more than this amount toward credit card debt each month, you may want to consider other solutions.

CBS News - Feb. 24

How does inflation impact credit card debt? Experts weigh in

With inflation rising again, credit card debt might get more challenging, too. Here's what to know now.

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Minimum credit card payments are rising: How to tackle your card debt now

Struggling to pay more than the minimum on your credit card debt? These solutions could help.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Is credit counseling a good option for $15,000 in credit card debt?

If you need to get rid of $15,000 in credit card debt, you should know whether credit counseling is the right move.

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Have $60,000 in credit card debt? Here are 4 realistic options to pay it off.

Paying off tens of thousands of dollars in credit card debt isn't easy, but there are a few solutions to consider.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Can debt relief help with collections debt?

If you're dealing with calls and letters from debt collectors, debt relief could provide the fix you're looking for.

CBS News - Feb. 26

How the German Autobahn ended up without speed limits

Germany's Autobahn has large sections with no speed limits. Why doesn't the supposedly freedom-loving United States have something like that?

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What debt relief options make the most sense for seniors?

If you're dealing with high-rate credit card debt during retirement, these strategies could help you get rid of it.

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To speed or not to speed: How 'Hamlet' came to Grand Theft Auto

“Grand Theft Hamlet,” which debuts on Mubi Friday, is a documentary about how a group of friends brought "Hamlet" to life in Grand Theft Auto.

NBC News - Feb. 20

Technology is speeding up tax season, but not the audit process

Politicians on both sides of the political aisles should relish giving their constituents a much-deserved psychological rest after completing their tax-return filing duties.

The Hill - Feb. 25

How much does tax relief cost (and is it worth it)?

If you owe money to the IRS, tax relief could be worth considering, but there are extra costs that come with it.

CBS News - Feb. 26

DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards

The restrictions are already in place at the General Services Administration along with several other agencies. Soon they’ll roll out to most of the federal government, sources say.

Wired - Feb. 20

5 risks of just making minimum credit card payments

The minimum payment option exists primarily to benefit the credit card companies, not the cardholders.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Share of €500,000 jackpot offered to men who bought scratchcard with stolen credit card

Winnings as yet unclaimed by thieves in Toulouse who bought scratchcard amid legal debate over who gets payout. Two homeless men who bought a winning lottery scratchcard with a stolen credit card ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

Man offers to split winnings after thieves hit jackpot with his credit card

The Frenchman has called on the thieves to strike a deal with him to split the €500,000 (£413,664) prize.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Actor Faizon Love struck San Diego hotel worker with credit card reader, lawsuit alleges

A San Diego hotel worker alleges that 'Elf' actor and comedian Faizon Love hurled a credit card reader at her last year, according to a lawsuit filed this week.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 21

Two thieves bought a $500K lottery ticket with a stolen credit card. The victim wants $250K. Does he deserve it?

This sordid tale is so unusual that it could only be a fictionalized moral quandary dreamed up by the likes of David Lynch

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Here’s how rent can make or break your credit, experts say

Usually, rent doesn't affect your credit score — unless your payments are being reported to the major credit bureaus or debt collectors pursue past-due rent.

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Trump wants a $5 million ‘gold card’ path to citizenship to cut U.S. debt. Here are the obstacles he’ll face.

President Donald Trump has proposed a new “Trump gold card” program that would provide foreign investors who put up at least $5 million with U.S. residency and a path to citizenship — but the plan ...

MarketWatch - Feb. 26

Debt forgiveness vs. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: How to choose the best option

Knowing the difference between these options could be key to successfully getting rid of your debt.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Debt and Mental Health: How One Couple Found Help

People who find themselves in financial trouble sometimes consider taking drastic measures when their situation appears hopeless. But there is always a way out.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

How New York’s Plan for Reparations Became a Debt Trap for Marijuana Retailers

New York persisted with a plan to build flagship dispensaries for people the state once prosecuted for weed offenses, even as it failed to meet its goals.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

Agency speeds up Social Security Fairness Act timeline, with lump sums, benefit increases for millions of people

The agency had previously said it could take "more than one year" to process benefit changes following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act.

CNBC - Feb. 26

How will Trump's proposed "gold card" for immigration work?

President Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced Tuesday a new "gold card" that would allow wealthy immigrants to buy a path to citizenship for $5 million and replace the current ...

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My husband gave his credit card to his son to pay for ‘medical bills.’ Does this kind of support send the wrong message?

“This young man has been enabled financially by both of his parents, but especially by his mom.”

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State Street, Apollo team up to launch first of its kind private credit ETF

Wall Street is eager to provide access to private equity and credit to the masses, and ETFs are the obvious wrapper.

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AT&T Promo Code: Get a Gift Card Worth Up to $200

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of AT&T coupons and deals.

Wired - Feb. 25

'He just lost it' - how costly will Cunha's red card prove?

The Brazil forward was sent off late in extra time as Wolves were knocked out of the FA Cup by Bournemouth on penalties. But how costly will his dismissal be for the club's Premier League survival?

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You can still claim up to $2,000 per kid from the child tax credit, but that amount may drop after 2025—here's what to know

If Congress doesn't address the soon-expiring expanded child tax credit, parents could see a higher tax bill in the coming years.

CNBC - Feb. 25

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