What is the credit card debt statute of limitations (and why does it matter)?
The answer lies in the statute of limitations, which is a legal timeframe that determines how long a lender or collection ...
How I Paid Off $6,000 in Credit Card Debt
Once you've paid off your credit card debt, avoid carrying a balance again. Make a monthly plan for how much you can afford to charge on your credit card and pay it off in full when the bill comes due ...
Americans' credit card and household debt reach all-time high
Americans' credit card debt set a new record of $1.2 trillion in the last quarter of 2024, while overall household debt reached a new high of about $18 trillion, the New York Fed found.
Credit counseling vs. debt relief: Which is better for borrowers?
Credit counseling and debt relief are both worth considering, but one may be better than the other. Here's why.
Tax Refund 2025 — Should You Save or Pay Off Debt?
The IRS reported paying an average tax refund of $1,928 for the 2025 tax season as of Jan. 31. That's a big leap from the ...
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Americans are finding it harder and harder to pay off their debt
according to the Quarterly Report on Household Debt and Credit. All major loan categories tracked in the report saw increases as well. Credit card balances topped $1.2 trillion, rising 7.3% from ...
Financial advisor offers tips to tackle post-holiday credit card bills and manage debt
The holidays are behind us, but credit card bills are just starting to arrive. This is the perfect time to tackle your debt and take charge of your finances!Hav ...