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How Do Debt Relief Programs Work?

Debt Management

How Do Debt Relief Programs Work?

A debt relief program, also known as a debt settlement program, involves negotiating with creditors so that you can pay back less than you owe. Here’s how it works and what you have to do to get relief.

May 30, 2026

Is It Better To Pay Off Debt Or Settle It?

Debt Management

Is It Better To Pay Off Debt Or Settle It?

Deciding whether to pay off debt or to settle it requires you to investigate your available debt relief options, including debt consolidation and debt management.

May 30, 2026

Best Credit Counseling Services

Banking & Credit

Best Credit Counseling Services

Forbes Advisor compared top-rated credit counseling services to help you find the best solutions for your unique situation and needs.

May 30, 2026

Consumer Financial Resilience Index

Budget Planner

Consumer Financial Resilience Index

This monthly NerdWallet index measures the resilience of American households across economic outlook, financial security and financial strength sentiment data.

May 30, 2026

Unemployment Rates By City 05/19/2026 – Forbes Advisor

Budget Planner

Unemployment Rates By City 05/19/2026 – Forbes Advisor

Get an overview of the current unemployment rates and find out where your city stands on the list.

May 30, 2026

Dealing With Debt Collectors: Your Rights and How to Protect Yourself

Budget Planner

Dealing With Debt Collectors: Your Rights and How to Protect Yourself

Got debt collectors on ya? Don’t pay right away. Instead, check the facts, know your rights and make a plan to deal with your debt.

May 30, 2026

How Much Does an Uber Driver Make? I Drove for Uber to Find Out

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How Much Does an Uber Driver Make? I Drove for Uber to Find Out

I learned more than I earned testing Uber driver as a side hustle.

May 30, 2026

Capital One 360 Bank Review

Budget Planner

Capital One 360 Bank Review

Offering checking accounts, savings accounts and CDs, Capital One bank also provides a great mobile app.

May 23, 2026

Best Things to Buy Every Month

Budget Planner

Best Things to Buy Every Month

Each month brings new deals on different categories of products. Strike when when the sales are hot.

May 30, 2026

What Is a Custodial Account? UGMAs, UTMAs and More

Investing

What Is a Custodial Account? UGMAs, UTMAs and More

Custodial accounts allow you to open and manage an investment account on behalf of a minor. You are the account custodian until the minor reaches the age of majority in their state.

May 30, 2026

How Redditors Save Money on Groceries

Taxes

How Redditors Save Money on Groceries

From "Eat Everything" nights to emergency frozen pizzas, here's how Redditors keep food costs down.

May 16, 2026

May’s Big Money Questions: Emergency Savings, Bonuses and More

Taxes

May’s Big Money Questions: Emergency Savings, Bonuses and More

The Nerds share advice on splitting expenses fairly, building up emergency savings and spending work bonuses.

May 16, 2026