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233Threaten your credit
234Threaten you with wage garnishment
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236If debt collectors take illegal actions, it is possible to sue them."
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475																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-10-02T02:27:08+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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480If you took out student loans for college, the question of how you’re going to repay those loans might be on your mind. While student loans can give you the opportunity to get an excellent college education, keeping up with your loan payments on top of rent, food, and other living expenses can get stressful, [...]</p>					</div>
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540																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-10-02T02:27:56+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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545						<p>Congratulations on your acceptance to college! It’s a big step toward your future and reaching your academic goals. Now comes the part where you have to figure out how to pay for it. Financing your education can be a daunting task with seemingly overwhelming options, but understanding the choices and being armed with information can [...]</p>					</div>
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587						How Do You Refinance Private Student Loans?					</a>
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605																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-09-28T11:21:50+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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610If you’ve got private student loans, you might be able to refinance your debt with a different lender, which could help you pay off your loan faster and save you money on interest. Read on to learn how it works and whether refinancing your private student loans is the right decision for your circumstances. What [...]</p>					</div>
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670																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-08-14T19:17:18+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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675						<p>Judgment relief, or debt relief, can help you effectively manage your financial debt and get a fresh start on your finances. If you're considering applying for judgment relief, it's important to understand exactly what this type of relief is and how it can help you. In this blog post, we'll explore judgment relief, how it [...]</p>					</div>
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717						What Does Filing For Bankruptcy Mean?					</a>
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734					<h2 class="entry-title fusion-post-title"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/what-does-filing-for-bankruptcy-mean/">What Does Filing For Bankruptcy Mean?</a></h2>
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740						<p>If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what it entails. The reality is that bankruptcy can be a complicated process, and it is important to understand the implications before making a decision. Here’s what you need to know about filing for bankruptcy and what it means. The Basics [...]</p>					</div>
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782						The Pros and Cons of Filing for Bankruptcy					</a>
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799					<h2 class="entry-title fusion-post-title"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-filing-for-bankruptcy/">The Pros and Cons of Filing for Bankruptcy</a></h2>
800																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-02-01T01:09:37+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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805						<p>Bankruptcy can provide relief from debt and the ability to start over, but there are some significant drawbacks to be aware of. It is important to weigh the pros and cons of filing for bankruptcy before making a decision. Knowing the pros and cons of filing for bankruptcy can help you make an informed decision [...]</p>					</div>
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835														<a class="fusion-rollover-link" href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/what-happens-in-a-student-loan-lawsuit/">What Happens In A Student Loan Lawsuit?</a>
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847						What Happens In A Student Loan Lawsuit?					</a>
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864					<h2 class="entry-title fusion-post-title"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/what-happens-in-a-student-loan-lawsuit/">What Happens In A Student Loan Lawsuit?</a></h2>
865																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-01-25T15:13:53+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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870						<p>When faced with overwhelming student loan debt, it can be tempting to simply ignore the issue and hope it goes away. Unfortunately, ignoring your student loans isn't an effective solution and can eventually lead to a lawsuit. If you find yourself in a situation where a lender is suing you for your student loan debt, [...]</p>					</div>
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912						Answering a Debt Collection Lawsuit When Filing for Bankruptcy in Texas					</a>
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930																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2023-04-15T17:12:12+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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935						<p>Many people fall behind on their bills, but if you receive a letter in the mail stating that a debt collector is suing you, you may be wondering what rights you have and what steps to take next. After receiving a Texas debt collection summons, it is imperative you respond within the allotted time period. [...]</p>					</div>
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977						Will Private Student Loans Be Forgiven?					</a>
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995																<p class="fusion-single-line-meta"><span class="updated rich-snippet-hidden">2022-11-30T23:29:30+00:00</span>By <span class="vcard"><span class="fn"><a href="https://debtlegaldefense.com/blog/author/aviwhite/" rel="author">Ben Trotter</a></span></span><span class="fusion-inline-sep">|</span></p>
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1000						<p>Private student loans have their pros and cons, but one of the biggest drawbacks is that they aren’t eligible for forgiveness, unlike student loans from the government. If you’re concerned about getting trapped in debt if your student loans are not forgiven, it’s important to understand exactly how private student loans work before signing on [...]</p>					</div>
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1242<script id="fusion-alert-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/includes/lib/assets/min/js/general/fusion-alert.js?ver=7.1.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1242
1242
1243<script id="awb-off-canvas-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/plugins/fusion-builder/assets/js/min/general/awb-off-canvas.js?ver=3.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1243
1243
1244<script id="avada-elastic-slider-js-extra">
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vendor: 1 bytes, line 1247
1247
1248<script id="avada-elastic-slider-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-elastic-slider.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1248
1248
1249<script id="avada-parallax-footer-js-extra">
1250var avadaParallaxFooterVars = {"side_header_break_point":"1050","header_position":"top"};
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vendor: 1 bytes, line 1252
1252
1253<script id="avada-parallax-footer-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-parallax-footer.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1253
1253
1254<script id="avada-drop-down-js-extra">
1255var avadaSelectVars = {"avada_drop_down":"1"};
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vendor: 1 bytes, line 1257
1257
1258<script id="avada-drop-down-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-drop-down.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1258
1258
1259<script id="avada-to-top-js-extra">
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1262</script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1262
1262
1263<script id="avada-to-top-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-to-top.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1263
1263
1264<script id="avada-header-js-extra">
1265var avadaHeaderVars = {"header_position":"top","header_sticky":"1","header_sticky_type2_layout":"menu_only","header_sticky_shadow":"1","side_header_break_point":"1050","header_sticky_mobile":"1","header_sticky_tablet":"1","mobile_menu_design":"modern","sticky_header_shrinkage":"1","nav_height":"96","nav_highlight_border":"2","nav_highlight_style":"bar","logo_margin_top":"21px","logo_margin_bottom":"21px","layout_mode":"wide","header_padding_top":"0px","header_padding_bottom":"0px","scroll_offset":"full"};
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vendor: 1 bytes, line 1267
1267
1268<script id="avada-header-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-header.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1268
1268
1269<script id="avada-menu-js-extra">
1270var avadaMenuVars = {"site_layout":"wide","header_position":"top","logo_alignment":"left","header_sticky":"1","header_sticky_mobile":"1","header_sticky_tablet":"1","side_header_break_point":"1050","megamenu_base_width":"custom_width","mobile_menu_design":"modern","dropdown_goto":"Go to...","mobile_nav_cart":"Shopping Cart","mobile_submenu_open":"Open submenu of %s","mobile_submenu_close":"Close submenu of %s","submenu_slideout":""};
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1272
1273<script id="avada-menu-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-menu.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1273
1273
1274<script id="bootstrap-scrollspy-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/library/bootstrap.scrollspy.js?ver=3.3.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1274
1274
1275<script id="avada-scrollspy-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/assets/min/js/general/avada-scrollspy.js?ver=7.8.2"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1275
1275
1276<script id="fusion-responsive-typography-js-extra">
1277var fusionTypographyVars = {"site_width":"1170px","typography_sensitivity":"1","typography_factor":"1.5","elements":"h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6"};
1278//# sourceURL=fusion-responsive-typography-js-extra
1279</script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1279
1279
1280<script id="fusion-responsive-typography-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/includes/lib/assets/min/js/general/fusion-responsive-typography.js?ver=1"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1280
1280
1281<script id="fusion-scroll-to-anchor-js-extra">
1282var fusionScrollToAnchorVars = {"content_break_point":"850","container_hundred_percent_height_mobile":"0","hundred_percent_scroll_sensitivity":"450"};
1283//# sourceURL=fusion-scroll-to-anchor-js-extra
1284</script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1284
1284
1285<script id="fusion-scroll-to-anchor-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/includes/lib/assets/min/js/general/fusion-scroll-to-anchor.js?ver=1"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1285
1285
1286<script id="fusion-general-global-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/themes/Avada/includes/lib/assets/min/js/general/fusion-general-global.js?ver=1"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1286
1286
1287<script id="fusion-video-js-extra">
1288var fusionVideoVars = {"status_vimeo":"1"};
1289//# sourceURL=fusion-video-js-extra
1290</script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1290
1290
1291<script id="fusion-video-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/plugins/fusion-builder/assets/js/min/general/fusion-video.js?ver=1"></script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1291
1291
1292<script id="fusion-column-js" src="https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-content/plugins/fusion-builder/assets/js/min/general/fusion-column.js?ver=1"></script>
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1292
1293<script id="wp-emoji-settings" type="application/json">
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1295</script>
vendor: 1 bytes, line 1295
1295
1296<script type="module">
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1300</script>
1300
1301				
1301<script type="text/javascript">
1302				jQuery( document ).ready( function() {
1303					var ajaxurl = 'https://debtlegaldefense.com/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php';
1304					if ( 0 < jQuery( '.fusion-login-nonce' ).length ) {
1305						jQuery.get( ajaxurl, { 'action': 'fusion_login_nonce' }, function( response ) {
1306							jQuery( '.fusion-login-nonce' ).html( response );
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1308					}
1309				});
1310								</script>
1310
1311						</div>
1312
1313			<section class="to-top-container to-top-right" aria-labelledby="awb-to-top-label">
1314		<a href="#" id="toTop" class="fusion-top-top-link">
1315			<span id="awb-to-top-label" class="screen-reader-text">Go to Top</span>
1316		</a>
1317	</section>
1318		</body>
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