‘My son almost lost nursery place due to my gambling’

Rachel HowarthBBC News, Lancashire BBC Emma McLeod found herself in debt after developing a betting habit A mum whose “horrific” gambling addiction almost lost her son his nursery place is is helping others to spot the signs and overcome dependence. Emma McLeod, mum-of-one from Blackpool, found herself in spiralling debt after an online betting habit…

How to qualify for debt relief this September

The right type of debt relief could be a big help for your finances, but you’ll have to qualify first. Getty Images/iStockphoto Credit card debt has become a serious problem nationwide. The total amount of credit card debt in the U.S. recently topped $1.2 trillion, the latest record-high level, and the typical cardholder is carrying…

Debt consolidation pros and cons

Debt consolidation may be right for you, but make sure you’re considering all the options. WASHINGTON — Managing debt can be complicated. We sat down with a financial expert to look at the pros and cons of debt consolidation.  Debt consolidation is a financial strategy that involves rolling up multiple debts into one, and may…

NADA issues warning against unsolicited debt relief…

These schemes are designed to unknowingly enrol individuals into a formal debt review programme, making them ineligible for future vehicle finance. Explaining the concerning trend, Brandon Cohen, NADA Chairperson, stated: “South Africans are increasingly receiving unsolicited calls from organisations offering debt relief services. By participating in a brief survey and answering a series of…