Debt

In the event of the death of a close family member such as a sibling or a parent, you may wonder if you are entitled to any of their debts. Most of the time, no, you don’t inherit the debt of a deceased family member. When a borrower dies, his or her debts cannot be […]

As a Canadian, you’re likely to leave behind some debts after you die. There is a good chance that you’ll be left with credit card debt after your death. There is a potential that even if you pay off your credit card debt every month, there may be an amount owing when you die if

As a consumer (personal) or a business, you have different rights when it comes to debt collection, depending on the type of debt. Rules for Debt Collectors – Personal Debt What can and cannot be done by Debt Collection Agencies is regulated and enforced by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which deals with consumer credit

You’ve probably heard this before: someone gets into financial difficulties and has to come up with a payment plan to avoid bankruptcy. What does a country do if it finds itself in a similar predicament? Sovereign debt is the only method to raise money for many emerging economies, but things may go bad quickly. When

How and why do people fall into debt is a fascinating topic to contemplate. And what actually causes the financial difficulties that we have all had to deal with at one point or another. There is no doubt that debt may lead to devastating results; it can lead to the breakdown of a relationship, the

Curious Kids is a segment of The Conversation’s podcast aimed at children of all ages, in which experts respond to the queries of young listeners. At the bottom of this post, you will find instructions on how to submit a question. There’s no reason why poor countries can’t just print more cash. — Clementine, a

When it comes to negotiating, it’s crucial to take your time and think things out. Consider how long it would take you to pay off all of your obligations if you didn’t settle. How much money do you have saved up to make a one-time lower repayment? Negotiating your debts: Is there any hope for

Andrew Jackson paid off the whole national debt on January 8, 1835, the only time this has ever been done in the United States of America. When was the last time US was out of debt? A excellent moment to consider how debt is woven into the fabric of our society is as we approach

More than half of the public debt is held by foreign governments, while the rest is held by US banks and investors; the Federal Reserve; state and local governments; mutual funds; insurance companies; and savings bonds. What is the source of national debt? Government expenditure is to blame for the mounting national debt. This increases