Wondering if your debt load is too high? Here's how to gauge it — and what else you should keep in mind right now.

As the credit card bills pile up and the variable interest rates on your cards climb higher, it's easy to become trapped in a cycle of debt that you can't easily overcome. And, when you add the ...

Learn the warning signs of debt relief scams and reliable programs to get back on track. By recognizing the warning signs, ...

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 ...

Government credit card relief options may be scarce, but there are several other paths to reduce what you owe.

There are several ways to deal with overwhelming debt, and the right one for you depends on the severity of the problem and the resources you have. If you’re exploring debt management vs. debt ...

Debt Management vs. Debt Consolidation: Which is Better? Are you feeling overwhelmed by debt and looking for ways to regain control? Debt management and debt consolidation are two widely used ...

For many families, credit card debt is a huge source of stress, and when the bills keep piling up, it might seem like there’s no way out. But before you lose hope, you may qualify for debt ...

(NerdWallet) – When you’re having trouble paying a credit card bill due to circumstances beyond your control, some credit card issuers may be willing to work with you through a hardship plan. Once a ...

In this week’s Money Minute, hear from a company that can help you get on a debt management plan. “At the point that they come to us, they have an average shortfall of about $300 a month,” said Thomas ...

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