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Not all debts are important.  Other debts are not important at all.  If you find it difficult to pay your bills, master the art of prioritizing. List down the essential and nonessential debts.

Essential debts must be the initial debt to pay.
In simple terms, an essential debt is one that should be prioritized when settling financial obligations. These debts may have serious or life-threatening results if left unsettled.

Rent or mortgage. Unless you are planning to change your residence address, payment of rents must be top priority. There is a slight difference when it comes to paying your house rent.  A long-term lost of a job may have a factor in determining whether or not you will sell or stay in your house. It will be more advantageous to dispose your house, live in a moderately price place and use the remaining amount to settle your other important bills. Should you decide to remain, paying home equity or another mortgage is also an option since non-payment may lead to the lost of your house.

Weigh down your options before deciding to sell your house. It may probably cost a lot greater with time than it is in the present.  It may be profitable in due time.

Utility bills. It is hazardous if you lose gas, electricity, heat, water, or a phone

Child support. Non-payment may bring you to jail unless you can prove to the judge your inability to pay

Car payments. Pay your car bills if it is a necessity in your job otherwise, sell it to avoid repossession. The remaining amount may be used to purchase a car that is cheaper

Other secured loans. Secured debts allows the use of certain possessions as a guarantee to repay a debt. Most states take away a property without any lawsuit or court orders when debt is not repaid. There is no need to worry about properties that are not important to you or the creditors do not need.  However, when the property is a necessity, it is important to maintain the debt as active. Delinquent loans or repossessed properties are reflected on your credit report for seven years and affects your chances of obtaining credit in the future.

Unpaid taxes. If the IRS is on the brink of confiscating your paycheck, bank account, house, or other properties, consider an immediate repayment plan.

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