Tag Archives: Ask the Expert

Does The Government REALLY Want To Help Me Pay Off My Student Loans?

By Howard Dvorkin | August 2, 2017 - 11:00 am |August 2, 2017 Uncategorized

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This week: A reader is trying to find legitimate ways to lessen his payments, but it’s not easy. Continue reading →

How Can I Save Major Money On Minor Surgery?

By Howard Dvorkin | July 26, 2017 - 11:00 am |July 26, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader is looking for healthcare savings before she needs a procedure. Continue reading →

How Can I Stop Sweating About My HVAC Loan?

By Howard Dvorkin | July 19, 2017 - 11:00 am |July 19, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader declared bankruptcy, but her air conditioning unit is the real problem now. Continue reading →

How Can I NOT Be a Victim Of Identity Theft?

By Howard Dvorkin | July 12, 2017 - 11:00 am |July 12, 2017 Uncategorized

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This week: After her bank account is riddled with fraudulent checks, she wonders: Is anyone safe? Continue reading →

Will I Make More Money Buying A House Or Paying Off My Credit Cards?

By Howard Dvorkin | July 5, 2017 - 11:00 am |July 5, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader and her husband want a new house, but they don’t want old debt, either. Continue reading →

Will Bankruptcy Keep Me From Buying A Car?

By Howard Dvorkin | June 28, 2017 - 11:00 am |June 28, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader went bankrupt, and now years later, she needs a new set of wheels. Continue reading →

How Friendly Is The IRS? Will They Work With Us?

By Howard Dvorkin | June 21, 2017 - 11:00 am |June 21, 2017 Uncategorized

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This week: A reader needs to rely on the kindness of the IRS. Believe it or not, that can work. Continue reading →

How Do I Stop Being a Co-Signer On A Student Loan?

By Howard Dvorkin | June 14, 2017 - 11:00 am |June 14, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader wants to know how to stop being financially responsible for someone else’s debt. Continue reading →

Is It Legal For Debt Collectors To Ring My Doorbell?

By Howard Dvorkin | June 7, 2017 - 11:00 am |June 7, 2017 Uncategorized

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This week: A reader asks about debt collectors, repo men, and “Fonzi” schemes. Continue reading →

How Do We Prepare For The Next Recession?

By Howard Dvorkin | May 31, 2017 - 11:00 am |May 31, 2017 Uncategorized

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A reader agrees with her husband: A recession is coming. They don’t agree on what to do about it. Continue reading →