Some people in Texas might be interested in the recent decision in a legal case involving a consumer who said he did not owe the debt issued by a credit card company. The man filed a lawsuit against Main Street Acquisition Corporation that alleged that the company had...
Year: 2018
Credit bureau says medical debt now tops $127 billion
Medical debt is a growing problem nationwide. According to data published by credit reporting agency Experian, unpaid medical bills were in excess of $127 billion last year. People in Texas with outstanding medical debts might receive collections calls or demand...
Lower income and single motherhood worsen credit card debt
Incomes naturally vary among individuals in Texas, but on the whole, gender influences income and levels of credit card debt. The Federal Reserve System has calculated that women have a median salary of $41,554 compared to men at $51,640. Lower income translates into...
Using credit cards responsibly
Many people in Texas who struggle with debt decide to cut up their credit cards so that they can avoid buying items they cannot truly afford. While credit cards can get many people into debt, they also can play an important role in a plan to responsibly rebuild a good...
What to expect of your post-bankruptcy financial life
Thinking about filing for bankruptcy? You may attempt to separate myth from fact with respect to your financial life in the aftermath. Here are five areas of common concern and what you can reasonably expect to happen. 1. Changing account status After bankruptcy,...
Getting a credit card debt settlement
Many Texas residents struggle to pay their monthly credit card bills. As part of the agreement to obtain credit, cardholders sign documents agreeing to pay all the debts that they owe to the credit card company plus interest. When these debts aren't paid on time, many...
The difference between unsecured and secured debt
Texas residents who are looking to borrow money will take loans that are labeled as secured or unsecured. A secured loan is one that is backed by an asset such as a home or a car. If a borrower fails to make a payment on a secured loan, the lender has the right to...
Millennials carry large debt load in San Antonio
Of all American cities, San Antonio is where millennials have the highest median debt. Those between the ages of 22 and 37 who live in San Antonio have a median balance of $27,122, according to LendingTree. While student loan balances make up the majority of that debt...
What individuals and companies should know about bankruptcy
When a person or business in Texas cannot pay debt, bankruptcy may be an option. This process allows for some or all debts to be discharged either through liquidation or through a repayment plan. Those who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy will use the money obtained...
3 reasons millennials declare bankruptcy
If you are a millennial, you may have concerns about your finances. According to the Wall Street Journal, two-thirds of millennials have at least one type of outstanding long-term debt. Having debt is not the only issue. Millennials are struggling to make payments and...