Credit and Debt

Bankruptcy: A New World
Understand how changes in bankruptcy laws make it harder to discharge debts. This includes a special section for victims of hurricane Katrina.

Before You Enter a Check Cashing Store
If you use check cashing stores, you should know there are less expensive ways to cash a check.

Check Your Credit Report
Learn this basic and useful information about getting a credit report.

Credit Card Fraud
Credit card fraud costs you lost time, great inconvenience, and money. AARP talks about how to protect yourself from credit card fraud.

Credit Scores: Before You Borrow
Having a good credit score can be a key to getting a good loan. AARP explains how credit scores are determined and what you can do to raise your score.

Do You Have Too Much Debt?
A credit counseling service may help you dig out of debt but pick the agency with care.

Get Above Water: When You Are Struggling to Make Mortgage Payments
If you are having a hard time making your mortgage payments or think you are in a predatory mortgage loan, AARP offers some tips to help you.

Give Yourself Credit
AARP discusses credit cards and how to use them wisely.

Managing Your Money
Introduction to AARP's managing your money articles of the Financial Planning area of the Web site.

Managing the Money You Earn
Check out these money management tips for those who don’t have a lot of money.

Payday Loans Don't Pay
AARP explains the pitfalls of payday loans and suggests alternatives for borrowing money.

Understanding Debit Cards
AARP explains the differences between debit and credit cards and gives consumer protection tips about safely using debit cards.

Viaticals: Watch Out!
Learn how to spot viaticals, one of the top ten investment scams.

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