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Navigating Debt Collection: Unraveling the Impact on Credit Scores

By Andrea Villasis | February 2, 2024

Credit scores and Debt Collection. The two are often linked together as they are a significantly impact individuals’ financial well-being. Understanding this connection is crucial for anyone navigating the challenges of debt collection. In this blog post, we’ll be discussing the relationship between debt collection and credit scores, learning more about the impact and seeing…

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UPDATES AND CLIENT STORIES:

Dealing With Debt Collection

By Andrea Villasis | February 2, 2024
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Dealing with debt collection can be a daunting experience, causing stress and anxiety for individuals already facing financial challenges. This year, debt collection cases were…

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When to Consider Bankruptcy 

By Andrea Villasis | December 14, 2023

Facing financial challenges can be extremely overwhelming, especially if you’re attempting to make progress but the debts just keep piling up. Just know that many…

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Life After Bankruptcy

By Andrea Villasis | December 14, 2023

You got your filing done for bankruptcy, went over the specifics with the court, and completed all the paperwork and payments. Or you might be…

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How to Buy a Used Car: Best Practices and Tips

By Andrea Villasis | November 2, 2023

Buying used vehicles can have you end up saving a lot of money. After all, a car’s value decreases as soon as you start driving…

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Detecting Odometer Fraud

By Andrea Villasis | November 2, 2023

Earlier this year, Washington State was ranked 17th in the nation for odometer fraud, facing a reported 10% rise odometer fraud incidents. According to the…

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Best Tips for Restarting Federal Student Loan Payments in October.

By Andrea Villasis | October 13, 2023

It’s been over three years since many Americans have been required to make payments on their federal student loan debt. Repaying any debt can be…

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Your Guide to Recent Student Loan Forgiveness Changes

By NWCLC Staff | September 27, 2023

By Christina Henry, NWCLC Board Member. There have been many changes to assist with forgiveness for federal student loans in the last couple of years.…

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Staying Motivated During Your Journey to Student Loan Repayment.

By Andrea Villasis | September 25, 2023

Paying back your student loans plays a big part in your financial health and future, the pause went to effect in 2020 and it’s three…

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Federal Student Loan Repayment Plans: Which One Will Work for You?

By Andrea Villasis | September 15, 2023

With federal student loan repayment starting again on October 1, you may be wondering how you’re going to be able to resume payments. After all,…

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