Warning Signs of a Debt Problem
- Having required monthly payments to creditors total 20% or more of take home income ( not including rent or mortgage).
- Using savings for daily expenses.
- Using cash advances from credit card issuers to pay other creditors and/or daily expenses.
- Paying the minimum amount due on your bills or LESS each month.
- Not knowing how much you owe.
- Receiving calls or letters from creditors due to not paying on time.
- Fighting in the home due to money problems.
- Experiencing creditor’s law suits, repossessions or garnishment of wages.
If you are experiencing any of these signs you may be in or heading towards serious financial trouble.