Today's high prices probably aren't going away — and neither is the debt that many people have accrued because of them. Even as inflation cools compared to last year, the cost of essentials like ...

Retiree debt is rising fast, and there's one type, in particular, that is causing issues among older Americans.

Here's how debt relief programs work, and how to tell if it's a good move for you.

IT’S HELPING FAMILIES, AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU SIGN UP. AS WE CAME CLOSER AND CLOSER TO THE END OF PAYING IT OFF, WE JUST FELT BETTER AND BETTER. IAN MOORE SAYS CREDIT CARD BALANCE ...

Consumer debt climbed across much of the United States in 2025, but nowhere more than in Maryland, according to a new ...

2025 has brought significant turmoil to global markets, and consumer debt and financial stress are on the rise. Understanding proper debt load is an integral part of managing personal finances. Still, ...

Americans suffer high amounts of consumer debt, primarily revolving credit card debt. In February 2025, the average credit card debt per American was $6,455, up $194 from a year ago. However, that ...

With over a dozen credit cards and millions of credit card points racked up, Nancy Jiang condenses the complex world of card-churning for maximum rewards with minimum effort. Her work has been ...

America’s $18 trillion consumer debt bomb is at risk of blowing a hole in the economy. Cracks are forming: soaring credit costs, plunging sentiment, and weakening spending. This is how I am ...

The Federal Trade Commission logged over 140,000 consumer complaints about debt collection in the second quarter — a 220% jump from the same period a year earlier. Georgia, Texas and Florida recorded ...

Credit card debt is now the most common type of debt held by adults 50 and over, according a recent survey. "Everyday expenses" is the most common contributor to credit card debt, followed by vehicle ...

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