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December 9, 2019

It's time to let go of shame over your debt

  • Debt shame can make you want to hide from your situation, potentially making it worse.
  • By LIZ WESTON
    NerdWallet

    Many of us feel bad about our debt. Most of us probably shouldn't.

    Three-quarters of U.S. households owe money, but the vast majority pay their bills on time and have debt loads that are reasonable given their incomes.


     
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