Consumer Alert: Greensboro North Carolina Students Hit By College Scam
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You May Be Owed Money from Sprint and Verizon for Illegal Billing Practices
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau takes its mission to protect consumers very seriously. In the four years since its establishment, CFPB has fought diligently against companies who take advantage of consumers to stop their shady practices and return money to those who were deceived. Most ...
What to Do if You're Sued by a Creditor Over Debt
If you get a notice in the mail that you're being sued by a creditor, it's not something to take lightly. In some cases, a debt collector may threaten a lawsuit then never follow through. Just because a creditor or debt collector says they ...
Looking for a Job? Raleigh, North Carolina is The Place to Be
If you're unemployed and need a job or want a better or just a different job, you're lucky to be in North Carolina right now. And it's even better if you're in Raleigh which was just named the #1 top city for jobs by ...
Consumer Alert: 5 Scams to Watch for This Summer in North Carolina
The weather is heating up, and so are many fraud schemes. It seems like when one scam is revealed and wiped out, several more emerge like the mythical hydra – cut off one head, two grow in its place. In today's consumer alert notice ...
Bankruptcy Trustees Suing Over College Tuition, Clawing Back Cash
It's Tax Time! Should You Go With Married Filing Separate? Here's What You Need to Know
Married couples have the option to file their annual tax returns on a Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) or Married Filing Separately (MFS) basis. Most couples auto-opt for MFJ without giving it a second thought. Today we'll take a look at why you may want to ...
Can You Rent a House or Apartment After Filing Bankruptcy?
Sometimes allowing a foreclosure to go through without a fight is smart. For instance, if you haveno equity in your home and are upside down to the extent that you have negative equity, it may be wise. Also, if you're behind on your mortgage ...
It's Nearly Tax Time – Why You Should File Your Return Even if You Can't Pay
There is a month left until the April 15th tax filing deadline, and if you're avoiding preparing your Form 1040, it's time to get busy. Dig out your W2s, 1099s, mortgage interest and student loan interest statements and charitable donation receipts – then sit down ...
Senior Money Problems – Bankruptcy Before Death Can Protect Assets
If you're a senior and you or your spouse are dealing with a terminal illness, this can be costly now and can leave the surviving spouse with insurmountable debts. It can be stressful to think about money while you're also taking care of your spouse's ...