Don't get discouraged with your high credit card balances; there are options to tackle what you owe. If you're struggling to pay off what you owe on your credit cards, you certainly aren't alone. With the average credit card rate closing in on 23%, any cardholder who carries a balance from month to … [Read more...]
Not sure if credit card debt forgiveness is right for you? Ask these 5 questions first | Warren & Migliaccio
Be sure to ask yourself the right questions before deciding what debt relief option is best for you. Carrying credit card debt can be a heavy burden, impacting your financial health and overall well-being. And, while that's true in nearly any economy, it may be especially true right now. After all, … [Read more...]
Could a zombie mortgage put you at risk of foreclosure? Long-forgotten debt is coming back to haunt homeowners. | Warren & Migliaccio
Jose Arzate once dreamed of a peaceful retirement in a quiet neighborhood in his hometown. A 24-year veteran of the county probation office, Arzate thought he had achieved the American Dream when he purchased a three-bedroom ranch house in Santa Maria, California, 20 years ago. "As an immigrant, you … [Read more...]
More student loan borrowers are getting relief through bankruptcy after Biden policy change | Warren & Migliaccio
By Katie Lobosco, CNN Washington (CNN) — More student loan borrows have successfully received debt relief through bankruptcy after the Biden administration implemented a new policy to make the process easier nearly two years ago, according to data released by the Department of Justice … [Read more...]
Inflation is cooling, yet many Americans say they’re living paycheck to paycheck | Warren & Migliaccio
U.S. inflation is cooling faster than expected, but will consumers feel it? U.S. inflation is cooling faster than expected, but will consumers feel it? … [Read more...]
Steward Health Care under federal investigation for fraud and corruption, sources tell CBS News | Warren & Migliaccio
CBS News has learned federal authorities in Boston have opened a criminal investigation into Steward Health Care, a company that owns dozens of hospitals nationwide, including nine in Massachusetts, according to two people familiar with the matter. Steward, which is based in Dallas, recently filed … [Read more...]
Judge may end Giuliani’s bankruptcy, exposing him to lawsuits | Warren & Migliaccio
new york — A U.S. judge on Wednesday said he would likely end bankruptcy for Rudy Giuliani, a onetime lawyer for former President Donald Trump. The move would enable lawsuits against Giuliani for defamation, sexual harassment and other claims to proceed in other courts. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge … [Read more...]
Stellantis recalls 332,000 vehicles over faulty seat belt sensor | Warren & Migliaccio
Stellantis is recalling 332,000 Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep vehicles because sensors on their seat belt connectors are not working properly. The recall covers the following vehicles made by Stellantis:Alfa Romeo Giulia, model years 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, model years 2018-2025Fiat 500E, model … [Read more...]
Purdue Pharma secures litigation freeze after US Supreme Court ruling | Warren & Migliaccio
New York — Purdue Pharma on Tuesday received U.S. court approval for a 60-day freeze on lawsuits against its owners — members of the wealthy Sackler family — in its first court appearance since a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling upended its bankruptcy settlement. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean … [Read more...]
Fifth Third Bank illegally seized people’s cars after overcharging them, feds say | Warren & Migliaccio
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) slapped Fifth Third Bank with a $20 million fine on Tuesday for allegedly forcing auto loan customers to buy unnecessary car insurance policies, and in some cases repossessing their vehicles when they defaulted."The CFPB has caught Fifth Third Bank … [Read more...]
