The papal call for debt relief that might not be needed – Financial Times
The papal call for debt relief that might not be needed Financial Times Read the original article here
County fires grant writer accused of blaming gambling charges on fraud | News
Monroe County grant writer Tammy Selman has been fired after she was accused of running up a $1,500 credit card debt on an online gambling platform and then claiming someone hacked the card and getting a refund. Selman went to the Monroe County sheriff’s office on March 19 to say that someone had hacked her…
Medical debt relief bill clears House – The Bradford Era
Medical debt relief bill clears House The Bradford Era Read the original article here
We found something Congress can agree on: Americans’ unwieldy consumer debt
If you’re deep in debt — or concerned that lingering inflation, the U.S. trade war or a potential recession could land you there — you might not be looking to Washington, D.C., for help. Turn on the news, and it’s hard to see anyone agreeing on anything, let alone substantive consumer debt solutions. And yet,…
Lapeer County man plans to live debt free after winning $300K lottery jackpot
LANSING, MI — A Lapeer County man couldn’t believe what he was seeing when he scratched off a winning 20X Wild Time instant ticket worth $300,000. “I always play the 20X Wild Time game because I like that I can scan the non-winning tickets for a second chance,” said the 58-year-old player, who chose to…
Florida State University expands Unconquered by Debt program to further student financial literacy
FSU is among the Top 12 public research universities when it comes to low student debt, and the university has set its sights on becoming the best public research university in the country for graduating students with little or no debt. Financial literacy education through programs like Unconquered by Debt are an important step toward…
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What can you not do after filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help wipe your financial slate clean, but there are restrictions to consider, too. Getty Images Americans are in a tough spot right now when it comes to debt. According to the latest Household Debt and Credit Report, the total household debt hit $18.2 trillion in Q1 2025, and credit…
Pressley, Booker, Warren Unveil Bill to Suspend Garnishments for Student Loan Borrowers
Bill Comes as Trump Admin. Set to Seize Hard-Earned Wages, Tax Refunds, and Social Security Checks for Struggling Borrowers The Ending Administrative Wage Garnishment Act of 2025 will also reform administration of the administrative wage garnishment program Bill Text (PDF) WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), along with Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA),…
Debt consolidation moves borrowers should make right now
The right debt consolidation approach is key in today’s unique economic climate. Getty Images News this week that credit card debt balances are on the decline was a positive step in the right direction, both for the country and for individual cardholders. But it’s only the first step in a lengthy journey. Credit card interest…