American Financial Solutions Blog

Credit Review Program Gives Military Members the Edge Against Fraud, Misuse

Often targets for bogus financial services, military members, veterans and their families need ways to monitor their credit.

How a Stranger May be Your Best Bet for Getting Out of Debt

Everyday we are inundated by articles, sound bites, Tweets, and commercials telling us how we should be managing our money. But we all have choices and finding an unbiased person to help you make those important financial decisions can be critical to your success.

How One Extra Payment Can Make a Huge Dent in Debt

We often hear experts say making one extra payment towards debt can help us pay it off much faster. Is it true? See for yourself how easy it is.

NFCC Poll Suggests Consumers May Have Seven-Year Post-Recession Spending Itch

â€œConsumers exhibiting financial confidence is certainly a positive sign for the American economy. Having been cost-conscious since the beginning of the recession, consumers may now be experiencing the seven-year itch with a desire to begin spending again,â€ said Gail Cunningham, spokesperson for the NFCC.

Pay a Friend to Stop You From Spending? It May Work

Struggling to avoid using your credit card? It may be time to think outside the box to get out of debt.

A New Year's Goal

Make your New Year's goal be to get out of debt

Loans that Hurt So Good: Confessions of a Credit Counselor

Whether you are struggling to make ends meet, have an unexpected emergency or looking to consolidate debt a loan through a finance company can seem like a saving grace - especially if you have some credit issues. What are the real costs of those loans and are there alternatives. We'll find out.