Unfortunately, life sometimes throws a person off-balance and filing for bankruptcy is the only option. And after filing for bankruptcy, it may seem lenders will never loan you money to buy a house. But with about 800,000 Americans filing for bankruptcy every year, most people who file for bankruptcy are well-intentioned people who are just … Read more
The right car insurance is one of the most important investments you will make. Since 66% of traffic accidents are caused by aggressive driving, some potential damage will be out of your control. But with the right policy, you can safeguard your vehicle from various types of damage. For the budget-conscious car owner, shopping around for the right … Read more
Sometimes simplicity can be deceiving or perhaps short lived. Keep that in mind when contemplating whether you’ll benefit from a debt consolidation loan or program. Consider debt consoidation the last measure before bankruptcy, liens, wage garnishing, and even foreclosures — all of which put black marks on your credit reports for at least seven years. Why … Read more
When you file for bankruptcy don’t expect it to take away all of your debt — credit-card lobbyists have fought long and hard for
Jackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist turned turned financial advisor obsessed with climate change risk, data and business. Jackie holds a B.A. Degree from Macalester College and an M.A. in English from Claremont Graduate University.