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Should You File for Bankruptcy After $35,000 in Credit-Card Debt?

The article notes options such as credit counseling or a hardship program alongside bankruptcy consideration.

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A MarketWatch piece examines what to consider if someone accumulates about $35,000 in credit-card debt and is weighing bankruptcy as a next step.

It also highlights alternatives people may consider, including working with a credit-counseling agency or enrolling in a hardship program, before choosing a path forward.

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MarketWatchI racked up $35,000 in credit-card debt. Should I file for bankruptcy?
MarketWatchI racked up $35,000 in credit-card debt. Should I file for bankruptcy?

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