Educational content only — not personalized financial, legal, or tax advice. Learn more
Reference

Reference

Plain-English definitions for the terms you'll encounter on your financial journey.

G
Garnishment💳 Debt & Credit

A legal order that requires an employer to withhold a portion of a person's earnings to pay off a debt or court-ordered judgment.

W
Wage Garnishment💳 Debt & Credit

A legal procedure where a portion of a person's earnings is withheld by an employer for the payment of a debt.