Category Archives: Credit Card Debt
Chicago Bankruptcy Attorneys Say Paying Off Any Debt Is Better Than Doing Nothing
Some rules were made to be broken – and paying off your debt is no exception, say Chicago bankruptcy attorneys. Common wisdom has always held that it’s best to pay off the debt with the highest interest rate first – and for good reason. This way, you’ll save the most money because you’ll be avoiding… Read More »
Finding Debt Relief Might Be Easier Than You Think, Say Chicago Bankruptcy Attorneys
It’s nearly impossible to turn on the TV or computer without being startled by images of the dire situation in Haiti. And while we all wish that we could undo the damage (and many of us are generously opening our wallets to help try), we can also take home a lesson from the tragedy about… Read More »
Chicago Bankruptcy Attorneys Say Protect Privacy to Stop Harassment and Save Money
It’s bad enough that we have to deal with pushy retailers and their promotions when we go to the mall, but now they’re following us into our home, say Chicago bankruptcy attorneys. When you fill out online surveys, enter drawings at stores or even use your credit card to pay, you’re giving retailers access to… Read More »
Get The Most From Your Savings With Interest
Some folks don’t save because they think they can’t afford to, but many more have another excuse – they don’t want to go without. A dollar saved is a dollar you can’t spend, right? But that’s not true. A good savings plan isn’t about not spending – it’s about earning. I’m talking about interest. Whether… Read More »
Watch Out for ATM Fees That Add Up
Using cash usually makes more sense than credit. You don’t have to deal with interest, you know you can’t spend more than what’s in your account and the act of physically parting with your money makes you less likely to splurge — and wind up in debt. But there’s at least one pitfall to paying… Read More »