Many Louisiana consumers rely on credit cards for everyday purchases, while others may need to pay with a card for unexpected expenses, such as car repairs or medical bills. Having credit card debt is common, but there are significant differences in the ways different...
The most appropriate bankruptcy option for your future
When faced with overwhelming debt and no way to pay it off, you may think about the benefits of bankruptcy. While this is probably not your first choice of how to deal with your financial concerns, it could be the best way for you to handle certain types of debt and...
How members of Gen X can deal with credit card balances
Many consumers in Louisiana rely on credit cards for various types of purchases, including everything from groceries to paying for medical bills. While some are able to effectively manage their balances each month, others who have more significant balances and bigger...
The most effective way to deal with credit card debt
Many in Louisiana find themselves struggling with overwhelming balances on their credit cards. Dependence on buying things on credit can lead to payments that are higher than they can manage paying in full, and the end result is a high balance with interest piling on...
Why debt settlement could be more harmful than bankruptcy
Debt settlement companies make their services sound like a miracle solution to your financial hardship. They advertise on the radio that they know a secret that can help you pay just a fraction of what you actually owe for your credit cards or medical debts....
It’s more common for older Americans to struggle with debt
Retirement is supposed to be a time of enjoying life at a more relaxed pace, whether that’s traveling, golfing, being with grandchildren or simply enjoying hobbies. Louisiana residents save for decades to enjoy their golden years, but in many cases, what they’ve saved...
