Can a wage garnishment be taken from severance pay?
Job transitions often come with severance pay, but they can also come with unexpected financial complications.
Does receiving Social Security benefits make you judgment-proof?
Federal law shields your benefits from most creditors, but being judgment-proof has real limits worth knowing.
What happens after a creditor wins a garnishment judgment?
A garnishment judgment is only the start. You should know what creditors can do next — and what you can do, too.
Federal student loan changes go into effect July 1. Here are 4 questions borrowers need to ask now.
A wave of federal student loan changes lands next month, and asking the right questions now could save you money.
What borrowers need to consider before the July federal student loan changes
Borrowers have a short window to prepare for numerous upcoming student loan changes. Here's where to start.
Can Social Security back pay be garnished or frozen over unpaid debt?
Social Security back pay comes with special protections, but unpaid debt can still create risks in some situations.
Here's what your employer can (and can't) do when your wages are garnished
If your wages are garnished, your employer plays a role — but how involved can they actually be in the process?
What's the minimum you're required to withdraw from a $750,000 retirement account?
A $750,000 retirement nest egg comes with hefty mandatory withdrawals. Here's what the IRS requires each year.
Can nursing home debt lead to Social Security garnishment?
Wondering if an unpaid nursing home bill will impact your Social Security check? Here's what federal law allows.
Can joint bank accounts put your Social Security at risk?
Joint bank accounts are convenient, but they may also create Social Security benefit risks that retirees overlook.
4 things student loan borrowers should do before July 1
The student loan rulebook is being rewritten, and making a few quick moves now could spare you a costly surprise.
5 signs your debt could lead to wage garnishment
Behind on your debt payments? If so, you may want to keep an eye out for signs that garnishment is on the horizon.
What assets do creditors target after winning a debt lawsuit?
A court judgment can open the door to more than collection calls, so it's important to know what may be at risk.
3 ways to get a mortgage loan rate below 6% this June
A lower mortgage rate may be closer than you think — but only if you know where to look.
What happens if your bank account is frozen by mistake?
A mistaken bank account levy could have bigger financial consequences than you think. Here's how to fix the issue.