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How Can a Debt Management Plan Affect Your Credit Score? Posted 7/13/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus One of the first questions many people ask about a Debt Management Plan is, "What will happen to my credit score?"
Your credit score may change when you begin a DMP, but that does not mean the program will ruin your... |
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How to Choose a Debt Management Agency You Can Trust Posted 7/9/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus Looking for help with debt can feel overwhelming. There are many companies online, and they do not all offer the same type of help. Before enrolling in any program,... |
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Warning Signs of a Debt Problem Posted 7/6/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus Debt problems do not usually happen all at once. Many times, the warning signs start small and build over time. Recognizing those signs early can help you take action before the situation becomes more stressful.
You may be experiencing a... |
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What Happens During a Free Credit Counseling Session? Posted 6/12/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus Reaching out for help with debt or budgeting can feel a little
intimidating. You may wonder what... |
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How to Get Your Free Credit Report and Dispute Errors Posted 5/14/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus Reviewing your credit report is an important step in protecting your financial health. Your credit report shows your credit history, including accounts, payment... |
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How does a debt management plan work? Posted 4/7/2026 by Lisa Ohnemus A Debt Management Plan (DMP) is a structured repayment program designed to help individuals manage and repay their unsecured debts. A DMP involves consolidating multiple debts... |
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Busy Spring Sports? Here’s How to Avoid the Convenience Spending Trap Posted 4/2/2026 by Amanda Reid-Raper When spring sports kick into full gear, life gets busy – fast!
Between practices, games, and running from one place to the next, it’s easy to fall into a routine of grabbing food on the... |
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The Money Reset: Getting Back on Track After a Tough Year Posted 11/17/2025 by Lisa Ohnemus Some years are just hard on your wallet. Rent goes up, groceries cost more, the car breaks down, and suddenly, the credit cards are doing a lot of heavy... |
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Behind the Scenes: How We Work with Creditors on Your Behalf Posted 7/15/2025 by Lisa Ohnemus When you join a debt management program with Consumer Credit of Des Moines, one of the biggest benefits is that you don’t have to handle your... |
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Don’t Let College Costs Catch You Off Guard: Plan Ahead with These Tips Posted 5/2/2025 by Teresa Baumann Congratulations on making it to high school graduation! It’s such an exciting milestone, and... |
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