Want to settle your credit card debt in the new year? Here's what to do now to increase your odds of approval.

What may be surprising, though, is that the very tool that got you into debt could also be your way out. Credit cards, when ...

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I have $12,000 in credit-card debt due to multiple home and auto repairs and a large medical bill. Because of a downturn in ...

In an ideal world, you would never have any credit card debt. But sometimes you may end up carrying a balance, whether it’s ...

When a credit card company agrees to accept less than the full amount you owe — say, $20,000 on a $30,000 balance — it’s ...

For Selena Cooper, the government shutdown wasn’t just a disruption. It sent her backwards on a credit card debt payoff ...

Consolidating debt with a personal loan isn’t just about simplifying bills right now, it’s about making space to move forward ...

Record household debt shows consumers are still heavy credit users. But prime borrowers continue to manage debt well.

Bad debt can also affect your credit. Your credit utilization, which is the percentage of your available credit that you're using, plays a major role in your credit score. High balances and maxed-out ...

Certified Financial Planner Michelle Buria showcases a tool where you can input your information and see how long it will ...

Credit card debt is causing the most strain for families, the survey found. In total, 46% of American households reported ...