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9 Bills That Become Unpayable the Moment Someone Dies

When a loved one passes away, the bereaved family is left to navigate a maze of emotional and financial responsibilities. One of the most pressing concerns is settling the deceased’s outstanding debts. While it’s a common misconception that all debts are inherited, the reality is more complex. Certain types of debt are tied specifically to […]

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Should the U.S. Government Cancel Student Loan Debt?

The United States government has made tax cuts, provided bailouts, and even increased spending in some cases to help the economy. Is the real answer to the economic turmoil forgiving student loans? A recent report from a group of economists at the Levy Economics Institute of Bard College showed that if the government decided to cancel student loan