it is not uncommon for patients in Michigan hospitals to incur charges totaling thousands of dollars or more. If you fail to pay an outstanding balance, a service provider could report that debt to credit agencies. However, a new proposal would limit the impact...
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Addressing high credit card debt
Excessive credit card debt can create problems for people trying to get their fiscal house into good shape. Unfortunately, Michigan residents may experience a job loss or unexpected and necessary living expenses that force them to borrow excessively. At some point, it...
Credit card debt rising among millennials in the United States
Adults born between 1981 and 1996 make up the millennial age group. As this group of people faces the challenges of adulthood in Michigan, recent research shows they're also taking on considerable debt. Rising home prices, inflation and student loan payments make it...
Unsecured versus secured debt
Many Michigan residents carry some level of debt. Debt can be a dangerous thing, and having a comprehensive understanding of it can be crucial to your financial well-being. Many potential sources of debt exist, from mortgages and car loans to credit card debt and...
The credit card debt trap
Credit card companies offer consumers in Michigan and around the country revolving rather than installment debt. It is called revolving debt because the credit limit becomes available again after the balance is paid, which means consumers can borrow the same money...
How long before bankruptcy falls off my credit report?
Many Michigan families rely on credit cards to supplement their incomes or to fund emergencies. Credit card debt affects millions of Americans and is a common reason people go into debt or file bankruptcy. Filing bankruptcy is a tough decision many people face, and...
Is a debt relief program right for you?
We have all had it happen at one point in our lives. Credit card debts get too high or a job loss causes you to fall behind in your obligations. Whatever the reason for your current credit hardships, Michigan residents have different choices on how to recover from...
Establishing credit without a credit card
Many Michigan residents have to face the challenges of living without at least one credit card. Moments between paydays and unexpected expenses like car repairs practically demand an additional income resource. It’s worth noting that the average American has a minimum...
What you need to know about credit card debt
There is a good chance that you have used a credit card to buy groceries, gas or furnishings for your Michigan home. Although access to consumer credit can provide you with financial flexibility, it can also saddle you with a balance that can be difficult to repay....
Strategies for paying off your credit card debt
If you have credit card debt, it's important to immediately take steps toward paying it off. Researching your options is the first step to take. Then, you choose what strategy works for your situation. Michigan allows creditors up to six years to collect debts,...
