If you're considering credit card debt forgiveness, steer clear of these slip-ups in the new year, experts say.

"Debt relief" is a broad term, and it can refer to everything from negotiating with your creditors on lower rates and fees to ...

Debt relief offers a lifeline to those overwhelmed by financial obligations. It is a crucial strategy that can help you manage debts effectively and improve your financial standing. By lowering ...

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 well-kept secret ...

Americans now owe nearly $5 trillion in non-housing debt, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a sum that’s increased more than 60% over the past decade. As our debt has grown, so has ...

Seniors with growing credit card balances have options, but true senior-specific relief is another story entirely.

Half of Americans are in some sort of credit card debt. If that’s you and you’d like to change that in the New Year, 5 On ...

It's that time of year when credit-card balances start climbing. Here are some tips for managing and paying off your debt in ...

Elevated interest rates and high living costs continue to strain retiree budgets as we head into 2026. A recent AARP study ...

In 2024, credit card debt accounted for 6.36% of all United States household debt, up from 5.8% in 2020. Credit card balances surged during the pandemic and, by the end of 2022, Alaska led the nation ...

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Credit Karma, the consumer technology platform with more than 120 million members in the U.S., Canada and U.K., is launching this month, a new, personalized debt ...