A strong credit score is one of the most critical tools in achieving financial stability and opening up opportunities like ...

Paying off debt can be a great way to use your tax refund. But first, weigh other financial priorities, like emergency savings, and the goals that matter most to you.

A debt consolidation program could be a smart debt relief option to use, but there are a few things to know first.

My daughter bought a home for roughly $350,000 then took out two loans for $20,000. I've heard debt consolidation is a bad thing to do, but this might be her best option as she can't make all of the ...

A new report shows Americans have more than 1.2 trillion in credit card debt. One nonprofit says they have resources to help.

Look for cards with low fees and transparent terms, and don't forget to continue practicing good credit habits.

"I had made an investment, and I had used a credit card to renovate," she said. "It was probably not the most thought-out ...

Spokesperson Amy Vanderoef with Texas-based Debt Redemption explains options for resolving $50,000 to $300,000 or more in credit card debt.

Key takeaways Using a personal loan to pay off credit card debt could be a smart move if you can secure a lower rate or are juggling multiple credit card payments Paying off credit card debt with a ...

Increasing inflation could have an impact on the type of debt consolidation it makes sense to pursue right now.