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For years the United States Postal Service has struggled to keep afloat in a dying market. With online bill pay services and unbeatable prices from big name shipping providers, the USPS hasn’t been able to remain profitable. After considering filing for bankruptcy earlier this year, the USPS has developed an alternative plan that will hopefully  … Read more

As mom always said “practice makes perfect” and the same is true for money management and debt relief. Many people don’t end up in bankruptcy because they ignored the warning signs or turned a blind eye to their debts, it is usually because they lack the knowledge to manage their finances appropriately. There are a  … Read more

Mortgage default is no place for anyone, but it is an unfortunate reality for many. If you have already received notification of an impending foreclosure there are still a few actions you can take in efforts to halt the process. Even if you don’t think you can afford to stay in your home, it never  … Read more

As one of the leading active retirement communities in the United States, The Village at Penn State has long offered bountiful amenities to its residents. Residents can take college courses, attend University activities, participate in sports and outdoor recreation and even receive personalized house care services. While The Village has maintained its upscale reputation, economic  … Read more

It turns out that it isn’t just the government who has taken notice of the foreclosure crisis, but now private protestors groups as well. Known for their recent political movements to take a stand against current government policies, Occupy protestors are now adding another cause to their list; foreclosures. Occupy Homes Many cities have issued  … Read more

When the call of duty strikes, many Americans step up to fight for our country. For many,  leaving their jobs and families can create a sense of financial burden that can lead to hardship. As a result,  many active service members are forced to seek bankruptcy protection while serving or when they return from duty.  … Read more

The road to financial freedom is much more difficult than the road that lead you there. Getting out of debt is not always easy and you can bet it is going to take tough decisions and a lot of effort on your part. There are several ways to alleviate your debts, each of which come  … Read more

A recent review of surveys show a clear pattern in our spending habits. The information revealed not only makes us think twice about the importance of getting out of debt, but really shows us that it is no surprise the personal debt burden has bit epic highs in recent years. Of course, the economy and  … Read more

The foreclosure crisis has taken its toll on homeowners and local housing markets alike. As a way to help homeowners get in touch with reputable mortgage debt relief help, many state and city governments have begun to hold free seminars for consumers. Free Help For Homeowners As one of the hardest hit areas for foreclosure,  … Read more

Did you know that a large portion of bankruptcy filers ended up in financial trouble through no fault of their own? Medical, economic and employment factors are the biggest culprits to people’s financial lives. However, that isn’t to say that some of us couldn’t be changing our habits to prevent a financial disaster caused by   … Read more