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Gerri Detweiler

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Gerri Detweiler focuses on helping people understand their credit and debt, and writes about those issues, as well as financial legislation, budgeting, debt recovery and savings strategies. She is also the co-author of Debt Collection Answers: How to Use Debt Collection Laws to Protect Your Rights, and Reduce Stress: Real-Life Solutions for Solving Your Credit Crisis as well as host of TalkCreditRadio.com.

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Credit Score vs Credit Report–What’s the Difference?
Credit reports and credit scores sound similar, but they play two... read more

November 22, 2021

Credit Reports
A woman calculates her medical bills at his desk and ponders medical bill myths.
Medical Bills Collection Laws 2021: Myths and Tips
Medical bills can be daunting. Around 67% of bankruptcies in the ... read more

September 7, 2021

Managing Debt
A couple sits in bed with a laptop looking at credit counseling options together.
How Does Credit Counseling Work and Is It Right for You?
Debt can get complicated, especially if you have a lot of it. Cre... read more

August 24, 2021

Managing Debt
A Black woman with short curly hair looks down at her phone. There is a bright yellow taxi in the background.
10 Reasons You Were Rejected for Credit
It’s a common scenario: You apply for a personal loan or cr... read more

August 23, 2021

Credit 101
What Is the Average Credit Score?
TL;DR: The average FICO score is 711; the average VantageScore is... read more

July 27, 2021

Credit Score
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What Is a Good Mortgage Interest Rate and Other APR Info
The interest rates for different types of debt vary widely. What ... read more

July 26, 2021

Loans