Nearly 175 million Americans carried credit card debt into the holiday season, according to TransUnion data. With balances ...

You’ve heard the old saying, “No one is an island.” But when it comes to your personal finances, you’ve been feeling quite adrift. Your debt is like a pack of sharks circling your personal island.

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If you’re wondering how to get out of debt, you’re not alone — according to data from Experian, the average American is $105,000 in debt. Whether your debt is from student loans, credit cards, ...

After an initial evaluation, a counselor will advise you on the best course of action to tackle your debt, whether you need general personal finance advice, bankruptcy counseling or something else.

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More than a third of Americans went into debt this past holiday. Here's how to get out if you're one of them. David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in ...