Tools like balance transfer cards, loan refinancing, and nonprofit counseling can help Americans cut interest and pay off ...

Americans are carrying more credit card debt than ever before, with the total credit card debt nationwide sitting at a record-high of $1.21 trillion and the average cardholder owing over $7,000 across ...

These days, it can feel impossible to stay on top of credit card debt. The cost of living is going up, inflation is on the rise and job growth is slowing. And more Americans are falling behind on ...

Certain types of debt, like mortgages and student loans, can help build a strong financial foundation. However, others, like high-interest credit cards, can quickly spiral out of control. If you’ve ...

Looking to pay off credit card debt? Action 9 investigator Jason Stoogenke wants to make sure you know about the “avalanche” and “snowball” methods. In both cases, keep paying your bills, at least the ...

Whether it's old debt or the holiday hangover, as big bills start rolling in, 'Budgeting for Dummies' author Athena Valentine says there are a couple of methods for paying them off fast. "So, there's ...

Could your debt be reduced or forgiven? Take our financial relief quiz. If you’re like many Americans and are not financially prepared for an emergency, building savings should be a priority. However, ...

More and more Americans are finding themselves stuck dealing with collection debt. According to a recent study from TransUnion, more than half of all debt collectors saw their number of accounts ...

Households are carrying record levels of debt. Balances climbed to $18.04 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Center for Microeconomic Data.

What happens if you stop paying your bills? Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs. Financial hardship can strain your budget. You want to pay all your bills, and there's only so much money ...