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Consumer Questions: Stuck on Student Loans

Mike W. Asks: “I am totally overwhelmed by my student loans. When I pulled my credit report there are 15 different loans and I have no idea where to start. I heard I can lower my payment, but I don’t know what to ask or who to call. I am also not sure which ones

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File Your Taxes Yourself for Free

The MyFreeTaxes Partnership provides Free Federal and State tax preparation with filing assistance for individuals making $58,000 or less. It’s easy, safe, and secure plus 100 percent free. Powered by the Walmart Foundation in cooperation with Goodwill Industries International, National Disability Institute, and United Way Worldwide, MyFreeTaxes helped 4.5 million families claim nearly $6 billion

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Survival Plan for Maintaining Financial Stability during Sequestration

Last week, CCCSOk.org published this article on preparing your spending plan for a decrease in income. Today, we received this information from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling encouraging consumers to take swift action in order to avoid financial difficulties. If you are in need of free counseling to help you prepare for a loss

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How to Plan if You Lose Income

We live in an uncertain world, and with uncertainty comes worry that you may lose your job, or have your hours cut, causing your income to drop.  It takes the average family six months to adjust to reduced income levels.  During these six months, those families frequently turn to credit, personal loans, or denial to

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Money Monday: Student Loan Debt

News9.com – Oklahoma City, OK – News, Weather, Video and Sports | Americans now owe over a trillion dollars in student loan debt Payback Options Call your lender Make payments on time Ask about repayment options Punishment for not paying Garnish Wages Suspend Professional Licenses Tax Returns Social Security Benefits