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  1. Do people with good credit scores ever get subprime loans? Published: October 09, 2009
  2. I am employed at a nonprofit with no insurance coverage. I carry a health insurance policy but am concerned that, should I become ill and unable to work, I will not be able to pay my premium and will be left with no coverage and headed for financial ruin. What are my options? Published: October 09, 2009
  3. What is an automatic stay in regard to bankruptcy? Published: October 09, 2009
  4. Why is credit counseling required to file bankruptcy? Published: October 09, 2009
  5. I am overextended in terms of debt and am looking for a qualified, trustworthy professional for credit counseling. Is there an organization to consult in order to locate this type of professional? Published: October 08, 2009
  6. Will unemployment hurt my credit score? Published: October 05, 2009
  7. Is there a good resource to see how long it will take to pay off my credit card balance? Published: October 05, 2009
  8. I received notice that my house is being foreclosed on for back taxes. Where can I go to get an extension to have more time to come up with the money? Published: October 05, 2009
  9. My husband has $48,000 in credit card debt. Should he file for bankruptcy? Published: October 02, 2009
  10. If someone is being evicted for non-payment of rent, how long do they have before they have to get out? Published: October 01, 2009
  11. How does losing a job affect your income taxes? Published: October 01, 2009
  12. Because of furloughs, I can't pay my rent and have to go live with a friend. How can I break the lease without getting a judgment against me? Published: October 01, 2009
  13. What provisions does the 2009 economic stimulus bill have that may affect me or my family? Published: June 01, 2009
  14. What are some "healthy" lunch items I can take to work instead of eating out at fast food restaurants? Published: May 28, 2009
  15. What steps have been taken to fix our country's economic crisis issues? Published: May 27, 2009
  16. I live in a condo and the developer went bankrupt. The association is broke and monthly fees are up to $320 without a clubhouse or pool. I am also $100,000 upside down on my mortgage and just barely hanging on. Should I just walk away? Published: May 27, 2009
  17. My employer signed our small business up for a 401(k) plan with 3% matching several years ago. He still has not contributed any money to the plan. I was let go two months ago. What can I do to recover the match that I should have received? Published: May 27, 2009
  18. Our office may need to furlough employees. Will we be able to keep our health insurance? Published: May 26, 2009
  19. What are some effective ways a family can survive a severe economic crisis? Published: May 26, 2009
  20. What were some of the causes of the 2008-2009 economic crisis? Published: May 26, 2009
  21. What does the term "financial crisis" mean? Published: May 26, 2009
  22. What are some research-based facts that can calm my nerves about investing in stock during severe market declines? Published: March 30, 2009
  23. In a bad economy, should someone cut back on retirement savings plan contributions, save more, or stay the same? Published: March 30, 2009
  24. How can the economy affect a teenager's life? Published: March 30, 2009
  25. What should you do if your company is laying off workers and you think you're next? Published: March 30, 2009
  26. I have more expenses than income. There is no way for me to increase my income given my education and skill set, and my wife is now voluntarily working from home. What should we do? If I am laid off, what happens then? Published: March 30, 2009
  27. Where can I get help to keep my home when I can't afford all my bills? Published: March 30, 2009
  28. How safe are credit unions, and is there a rating scale that can be used to select a financial institution? Published: January 28, 2009
  29. Approximately how much money is spent each year marketing food products to children? Published: January 27, 2009
  30. I am trying to prepare more meals at home to save money. What can I prepare on the weekends that I could serve my family during the week? Published: January 27, 2009

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