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Melissa Mehaffey worked with Money Management International twice after she was overwhelmed with credit card payments. Since working with the debt relief counselors at MMI, she has paid off $27,000 in five years, increasing her credit score by 85 points.

Johnika Dreher lives in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, which is about 45 minutes east of Washington DC. While working with the debt relief counselors at MMI, she paid off $70,000 in debt. Johnika was recently awarded the Brighter Financial Future Award from the NFCC, or the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. On this episode, Johnika shares her story of finding guidance, getting on the right track, and celebrating success.

A costly divorce and years of physical and financial abuse had home care nurse Tracy $30,000 in debt and overwhelmed. With MMI, she got an affordable plan that had her out of debt in only five years.

After an accident left her husband unable to work, Netty Cruz took on massive credit card debt to keep her family afloat, but today she’s debt-free thanks to MMI.

Save money, stay local, and avoid any of the risks associated with traveling. Check out these tips for planning a staycation that feels just as fun and memorable as any other destination vacation.

If you’re trying to support a local restaurant during the current pandemic, the solution may seem simple: just boot up your favorite delivery app and place an order. Unfortunately, while ordering food on your phone is great for convenience, it’s not always great for the restaurant. Here are some alternative ways to directly support your local favorites.

The coronavirus pandemic is creating new habits, traumas, and opportunities. But what changes will stick once things go back to "normal"? Experts weigh in on the long-term impact of COVID-19 on our personal finances and relationship with money.

If you’re suffering from a financial setback, what can you do to avoid defaulting on utility payments and literally being in the dark? Here are some tips:

A massive payroll tax deferral went into effect at the end of August, 2020. But did it affect you? Here's what you need to know, including how much your paychecks may have increased, where that money came from, and why you may have a smaller paycheck next year.

When times are tough and money is tight, you may find yourself combing through your budget, looking for any chance to save a little cash - no matter how small. For those who are considering switching service providers to chase a better deal, here’s what you should keep in mind to save money:

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National Foundation for Credit Counseling

MMI is a longstanding member of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®), the nation’s largest nonprofit financial counseling organization. Founded in 1951, the NFCC’s mission is to promote financially responsible behavior and help member organizations like MMI deliver the highest-quality financial education and counseling services.