Category Archives: Debt Help

ReFi from Paylink Solutions Becomes Part of Experian to Enhance Debt Support for Millions Stuck in Revolving Debt Trap

Experian has, today, announced that ReFi, a leading debt consolidation technology from Paylink Solutions, will become part of the Experian Consumer Services Marketplace, in a boost for consumers and lenders with debt consolidation and affordability challenges.  Research from Experian, compiled for Fair 4 All Finance, reveals that 41 million UK consumers have credit products, with…

Bankrate expert has advice for about half of credit card users who are in debt

(TNND) — About half of Americans with credit cards are in debt, and about half of those folks have been in debt for over a year, according to a Bankrate survey published Wednesday. And much of that credit card debt is fueled by emergency expenses or simply day-to-day living. “In some respects, we expect credit…

Former Argosy University students pray for debt relief as Biden departs

With just 11 days left in President Biden’s time in office, students who racked up thousands of dollars in debt at the now-shuttered Argosy University are losing hope that they will ever get relief from their hefty student loan balances. The former Argosy students are among tens of thousands of people in Illinois and across…

Flint City Council unanimously passes proposal to help clear medical debt

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) – The Flint City Council, in a rare display of unity, approved a proposal aimed at wiping out millions in medical debt for thousands. The council voted on the proposal at a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 8. According to Undue Medical Debt, the group behind the measure, $50,000 in American Rescue Plan…

Arizonans with medical debt could soon see some credit relief

A new federal rule bans medical debt from showing up on credit reports. Here’s why that will help Arizonans facing medical debt challenges. PHOENIX — Thirteen hundred dollars. That’s the median medical debt in collections in Arizona, according to the Urban Institute’s latest data.  “This can happen to anyone,” Kaylan Fodor, political coordinator at Healthcare…

Galaxy Gaming® Announces Successful Completion of Debt

Reduced Total Outstanding Debt by $12.6 Million Lowered Interest Rates and Extended Maturities Achieved Approximately $2.8 Million in Annual Interest Savings LAS VEGAS, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Galaxy Gaming, Inc. (OTC: GLXZ) today announced it successfully completed the refinancing of its outstanding debt, including (i) closing a five-year $45 million secured term loan…

Why Does Debt Matter for Sustainable Development and Climate Action?

At the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29), developed nations agreed to increase financial support for developing countries by committing to mobilize USD 300 billion annually by 2035 to support climate action in the Global South. The total financing needs of emerging markets and developing economies (EMDE) go beyond this goal: USD 700 billion…

Ways to tackle credit card debt

(InvestigateTV) — Bankrate found the average credit card interest rate today is 20.27%, making it very expensive to carry credit card debt. Sara Rathner with NerdWallet said those carrying a lot of credit card debt may want to consider debt consolidation. She said those with good credit could qualify for a balance transfer card. This…

New County Board member asks for help paying campaign debt

The Arlington County Board’s newest member is asking supporters for assistance in paying off remaining campaign debt. JD Spain, Sr., who took out $32,000 in loans a few weeks before the Democratic primary in June, emailed supporters on Dec. 30 asking them to contribute to a “final push” for funding. As of the end of…

Arizonans with medical debt could soon see credit relief

A new federal rule is set to remove medical debt from consumer credit reports. Here’s how it could impact you and when it’s taking place. Author: 12news.com Published: 6:25 PM MST January 8, 2025 Updated: 6:25 PM MST January 8, 2025 Read the original article here