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Top 3 Causes of Credit Card Debt

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Credit card debt issues are so common that many people find themselves in debt for similar reasons. One can highlight everything from loose spending to poorly monitoring finances as reasons for credit card debt, but that has not stopped people from opening credit cards. As of 2017, Americans have the highest credit card debt in…

November 9, 2017
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The Facts Behind Default Judgments

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Owning and using a credit card can be simple; you use it to make purchases and pay off the total charges every month. Although it may seem black and white, there is a gray area that many consumers find themselves in. Credit card companies benefit from you not paying off your balance monthly, as interest…

November 3, 2017
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Why Real Estate Agents Should Know a Debt Settlement Attorney

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

The services of a real estate agent are invaluable. Real estate agents do much more than list and show houses. They serve as a potential homeowner’s ally during the home hunting and purchasing process. The most successful agents are those who can identify their clients’ desires and do everything in their power to make it…

October 26, 2017
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When to Hire an Attorney for a Defaulted Account

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Living with multiple sources of consumer debt can quickly become overwhelming. You must make sure that every account gets the necessary attention while being careful not to mistakenly prioritize one over the other. With your credit score at stake, the last thing you want to do is default on credit card payments, but depending on…

October 18, 2017
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Should I Close My Account After Paying it Off?

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Managing debt is something that just about everyone has to deal with. Whether it’s deciding what account to pay down first, how much to pay, or calculating how long it’ll take to get your balance to $0, how to handle consumer debt is always a consideration. So much so that once you finally achieve your…

October 12, 2017
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7 Things to Know When Choosing a Credit Card

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Applying for credit is a significant financial decision. Whether it is your first credit card or your fourth, you should be fully aware of what you are getting yourself into before you sign the terms of agreement. Misinformed individuals are those most likely to be caught off-guard by fees that ultimately put them in debt.…

October 4, 2017
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4 Ways Loan Modifications Can Stop an Account Default

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Contrary to popular belief, creditors do not randomly sue debtors. In all actuality, they provide them with a 180-day period to take some action before charging off the account. During that time, borrowers can choose to make a payment or seek the assistance of an Illinois debt settlement attorney. If one decides to do the…

September 29, 2017
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3 Ways Your Credit Score Affects Your Life

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Credit scores for a long while went ignored by many. Individuals would blindly open credit accounts and default on payments with little to no knowledge on how it was hurting their score. Many people were also hesitant to check their scores with the fear of adding an inquiry to their report, thus lowering their score.…

September 20, 2017
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What Happens if I Can’t Pay My Payday Loan?

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

Payday loans are a unique type of short-term, high-interest rate loan that helps those in need of immediate cash between paychecks. This service is most helpful as the Federal Reserve reports that roughly half of all Americans do not have savings set aside for emergency financial situations. There is also a large number of Americans…

September 12, 2017
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Credit Card Write-Off vs. Charge-Off in Illinois

By Heather BenvenisteCC Attorney Blog Credit Card Law

There is plenty of financial jargon that gets tossed around in reference to credit cards and loans. Terms like tort and insolvency can easily confuse the average person and inhibit his ability to comprehend legal documents. Many people choose to simply ignore or read over terms they cannot understand, but that is not necessarily the…

September 4, 2017
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