Featured Content
Browse by Topic
Recent News
When could credit card interest rates become affordable again? Experts weigh in
By: Tim Maxwell | Source: Money Watch
“The only certain prediction is that our economy will remain unpredictable for many more months,” said Howard Dvorkin, CPA and chairman of Debt.com. “Until we have clarity about the on-again-off-again tariffs and their impact, I wouldn’t count on rates dropping.”
These are the most effective debt relief strategies to use right now, experts say
By: Aly Yale | Source: Money Watch
“Now Americans are rediscovering their value,” Howard Dvorkin, chairman of Debt.com, says.
Nearly 1 in 3 Americans think household debt affecting their health, study says
By: Matt Sczesny | Source: WPTV
“Actually, 50% of all marriages fail, and the No. 1 reason is financial pressure,” Dvorkin said. “I can’t tell you how many times I get a letter on a monthly basis or an email, (saying) ‘thank you for saving my family, thank you for saving my marriage, thank you for saving my life.’”
This Davie founder uses his debt relief website to pay it forward
By: Michael Butler | Source: The Miami Herald
Long before he opened his company’s headquarters in South Florida, Debt.com founder Howard Dvorkin grew up Jewish in a mostly Italian working-class neighborhood in Toms River, New Jersey.
Ordinary Americans Are Feeling the Strain of Record-High US Credit-Card Debt
By: Alexander Jones | Source: International Banker
“Even if headlines suggest inflation is cooling, everyday Americans are still feeling its full weight at home,” “Our findings show that many are forced to lean on high-interest credit cards just to get by—yet most haven’t taken steps to explore solutions that could help them regain control.”
5 Times to Skip the Chatbox and Call Your Credit Card Company
By: Dawn Papandrea | Source: U.S. News and World Report
“There’s a simple reason your credit card issuer will do this,” says Howard Dvorkin, certified public accountant and chairman of Debt.com. “If you’ve been a good longtime customer, they don’t want to lose you. It costs money to recruit new customers. Many times, it’s cheaper to keep their existing customers happy.”
Retirees: Is Your Local Bank Closing? Four Ways to Cope
By: Donna Fuscaldo | Source: Kiplinger
“If your bank is closing a local branch, don’t panic — but don’t delay, either,” says Howard Dvorkin, CPA and Chairman of Debt.com. “Be proactive. Get support. And know that managing money in today’s world means staying flexible. With the right help, even big changes like this can become manageable.”
Debt Snowball Method: A Step-by-Step Guide to Paying Off Debt
By: Angela Mae | Source: Credible
“Use whatever you save to pay down the next debt,” says Howard Dvorkin, CPA, debt counselor and chairman at Debt.com. “Whatever you do, don’t spend that savings on anything that isn’t crucial to your life. Otherwise, the whole exercise becomes meaningless.”
How does inflation impact credit card debt? Experts weigh in
By: Matt Richardson | Source: Money Watch
“Inflation doesn’t just raise prices; it hikes interest rates, too,” says Howard Dvorkin, chairman of Debt.com. “That credit card that once charged 18% interest might now be up to 22%. That’s because inflation eats into the profits of credit card issuers just like it eats into your household budget.”
What Is Debt Settlement and How Does It Work?
By: Amy Boyington | Source: Credible
“Choosing a debt settlement company is a lot like buying a new car,” says Howard Dvorkin, a CPA, debt solutions author, and the founder and chairman of Debt.com. “You research price, reliability, and safety.”
Americans Have a Credit Card Debt Problem
By: Alice Gibbs | Source: Newsweek
“It’s so easy,” he said. “There’s almost zero friction to overspending with a credit card. Being a credit card issuer is one of the few businesses where you profit if your customers are going broke.” “Since we don’t teach personal finance in most high schools and almost no colleges, credit card debt has become a rampant social problem,” he said. “And because everyone is doing it, many people think it’s just the way things are.”
Prepare Your Family for the Financial and Legal Aftermath of Your Death
By: Kiplinger Advisor Collective | Source: Kiplinger Advisor Collective
“Yes, you need a will, but what about your remains? With a funeral costing around $8,000 in the U.S., you can save your loved ones stress and money if you’re clear about what you want and set aside enough money to cover the expense. You don’t want your heirs trying to decipher your wishes based on previous conversations, and you definitely don’t want them paying for your funeral after you’re gone.”
Browse by Topic
Recent Columns
Podcasts as Practice
By: Howard Dvorkin | Source: Entrepreneur
I need to be ready for interviews whenever I’m called upon. So, in fact, do you. Nothing establishes an entrepreneur’s credibility more than other people calling you an expert.
A CPA’s COVID-19 diagnosis
By: Howard Dvorkin
I’m no doctor, but I know all about financial ailments. After three decades, I can spot the symptoms of money woes. This pandemic will destroy lives in more ways than you think – and some of it is our fault.
The Rise of Impostor Entrepreneurs
By: Howard S. Dvorkin | Source: Entrepreneur
Scam artists have evolved from stealing identities to creating them. When determining with whom to associate, hardworking startups need to consider the credibility of each potential partner to avoid imposters. It’s a trend that will keep entrepreneurs extra vigilant when verifying their online sources or experts.
How The Russian Hacking Scandal Could Illuminate Companies’ Cybersecurity Problems
By: Howard Dvorkin | Source: Forbes Finance Council
Data breaches are a scary and unfortunately common reality. Organization-wide security awareness is only part of the solution. Learn how to keep your cyber defenses strong and how to protect yourself without hiring a security firm.
3 Popular Trends Young Entrepreneurs Can’t Afford to Follow
By: Howard S. Dvorkin | Source: Entrepreneur
Young entrepreneurs may not like these tactics, but the focus it offers on making money can’t be denied. Slow and steady can add valuable experience to your growing skills, as well as networking with a purpose.
3 Surefire Ways for Successful Entrepreneurs to Lose It All
By: Howard S. Dvorkin | Source: Entrepreneur
Successful entrepreneurs should keep a steady course if looking to reach new business heights. Too often, many once-successful business creators struggle to maintain or grow their companies due to reputation, life events, or ego issues. Just because you were fortunate with one business doesn’t mean you will be so lucky with all your future endeavors.
Are Millennials Becoming Their Parents?
By: Howard Dvorkin | Source: Forbes Finance Council
Millennials may be into the latest tech but that doesn’t mean they don’t appreciate the good old days of brick and mortar stores. From preferring in-person experiences and welcoming boring travel for its inexpensive traits, millennials and their parents are more alike than one would initially assume.
What I just learned about America’s 2019 financial goals
By: Howard Dvorkin
Insights on American financial goals and debt resolutions in 2019. “New Year, No Debt” is our winter mantra. How will you reach your financial goals?
Recession 2019: It’ll Be Personal
By: Howard Dvorkin
Is a 2019 recession inevitable? No one knows for sure when we’ll face another national recession, but I feel quite comfortable predicting…
Paying Off Debt: The Biggest Mistake We Make
By: Howard Dvorkin
Paying off debt isn’t a simple process. People hit bumps in the road on their debt-free journey. Here are the biggest mistakes experts have made.
Holiday Debt Stress: How To Beat It In One Day
By: Howard Dvorkin
Did you put the holidays on plastic? Now you’re in holiday debt. It’s not impossible to climb your way out. Start seeking debt relief options today.
Debt.com Scholarship Winner: My Motivation Is All In My Head
By: Howard Dvorkin
This month’s Debt.com scholarship winner suffered a tumor in her brain as a child. Her hardship is now her motivation to become a physician.