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Gerri Detweiler

The States That Will Lead the Housing Recovery

We’ve been inundated with news stories about the housing market recovery, along with a few counter-arguments by skeptics who think …

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Bad Credit? 5 Loans That Don't Require Good Credit

If you have bad credit or no credit, the thought of a lender looking at your credit is probably a …

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What is a 1099-C? Your Top 11 Questions Answered

“What is a 1099-C?” That’s the question millions of taxpayers will be asking as these forms land in their mailboxes …

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Checkout Surchage

Are you about to be charged an extra fee if you pay for a purchase with a credit card? Perhaps. …

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The Crazy World of Engagement Ring Financing

Are you willing to go into debt for love? If you are ready to pop the question, but haven’t saved …

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Is Your Ex Spying On Your Credit?

You may think — or wish — that your ex is out your life. But what happens when your ex …

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Owe Tax Debt? Negotiating With the IRS Just Got A Bit Easier

If you owe the federal government a tax debt, it may be easier to strike a deal to settle your …

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Will Debt Consolidation Help - Or Hurt - Your Credit?

When you are trying to get out of debt, consolidating credit cards or other loans can save you time and …

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Will Your Marriage Outlast Your Credit Card?

Will you be sticking with your credit card longer than your spouse? For some Americans, the answer will be “yes.” …

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Three Loans That Are Tricky To Refinance

Advertised rates for car loans, mortgages and even some credit cards are tantalizingly low, promising big savings for borrowers who …

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Gerri Detweiler – Gerri Detweiler is Credit.com's Director of Consumer Education. She 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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