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That's it, you're done. After struggling to pay your debts, you're ready to consider bankruptcy. It's time to contact a bankruptcy lawyer, but which one?  Some advertise on TV and radio, others on billboards and bus stops. They seem fine, but you can't tell for sure. Asking friends for a recommendation is rather [...]

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  NY Fed: Credit card balances reach new low
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  Survey: Consumers still don't understand credit scores
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  Infographic: How Robo-signing works in credit card debt
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