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Student Loans and Taxes: Some Basics to Know
taxes Payments for student loans are on pause and student loan cancellation is being decided by the Supreme Court—but there are other things to know about student loans and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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A Wave of Bankruptcies and Foreclosures Appears to be Building
bankruptcy A perfect storm of COVID-related economic issues mixed with inflation and a stay-at-home workforce is bearing down on small businesses and real estate investors. Don’t wait to take evasive action.
By William Lobel, ESQ. Published
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2021 Tax Returns: What's New on the 1040 Form This Year
tax filing If you're a last-minute filer, familiarize yourself with potential changes for your 2021 tax return before tackling your 1040.
By Rocky Mengle Published
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Am I Responsible for Paying Off My Deceased Husband’s Debt?
debt management You may be off the hook as some debts — including even certain types of credit card charges — are forgiven at death. However, others linger much longer.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ Published
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The Return of Student Loan Payments
Paying for College A pandemic reprieve on student loan payments ends in January. If you still need financial help, there are steps you can take.
By Emma Patch Published
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Complain and Get Results
Smart Buying Use these tried-and-true strategies to get companies to listen to you.
By Emma Patch Published
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Tackle Your Debt Before Retirement
debt management You should aim to leave the workforce with as little debt as possible. Otherwise, money that could be spent enjoying your golden years could end up going to repaying loans.
By Jackie Stewart Published
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Plan to Start Repaying Student Loans
Paying for College The pandemic-era pause on student loan repayments is scheduled to end September 30. If you can’t afford payments, you have options.
By Emma Patch Published
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Know Your Rights in Debt Collection
debt management A wave of post-pandemic debt collection is coming. Here's how to dispute a debt and protect your assets.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis Published
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