(InvestigateTV) — Many people wait until they are struggling to keep up with bills before seeking help with debt. Debt relief attorney Leslie Tayne said reaching out earlier can help protect a credit score and long-term financial goals.
Tayne said the first step is understanding why payments are being missed in the first place.
“Is this a one-time event where this is an emergency and you need to use the money, or are you finding on a regular basis that you’re not meeting your financial obligations and therefore having to use your credit card and accumulate other debt?” Tayne said. “So the time to really ask for help is when you start to feel uncomfortable about the bill-paying process.”
Tayne said seeking professional guidance…