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Lesson 19 6 minute lesson Interactive
Handling a Missed Payment
Respond quickly, understand possible consequences, and build a system that prevents another miss.
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Lesson goal
Create a calm recovery checklist for an overlooked bill.
Three ideas to keep
1
Pay or contact the lender as soon as possible
2
Ask what fees or reporting may apply
3
Set reminders or autopay with a balance check
Try it
Make the call
You notice yesterday that a payment was due three days ago. What is the best first move?
Knowledge check
Lock it in
What makes autopay safer?
Finish both activities