JUST a few months ago, I was trapped in a savings doom cycle that I’m sure will ring bells with others. Each payday, I’d calculate my rent and bills for the month, figure out what was ...

A Delaware law aimed at prohibiting medical debt from appearing on consumer reports officially took effect this week.

NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump administration is moving to overrule any state laws that may protect consumers’ credit reports from ...

Gift lists, travel plans, and family expectations can add up fast. Here’s how to stay merry and money-conscious this season.

The equity market continues to ignore the government shutdown (perhaps treating it as a positive) and, more importantly, the ...

Do you know your credit score? It can sure make a difference when you need to borrow money, but many people are clueless ...

The 26-year-old said she found seven accounts tied to her Social Security number — all opened by her parents — before sending ...

Current reports on debt repayment strategies: the Avalanche method prioritizes high-interest debt for savings, while the ...

Debt cancellation can erase what you owe under certain circumstances, but it's not always as simple as it sounds.

Tapping into your home equity offers a way to borrow money at lower rates than unsecured loans. Here's how two key options compare on costs, ...

Both credit card charge-offs and debt settlement can harm your credit, but one gives you a chance to recover faster.

Paying your credit card bill every week might sound obsessive, but it can boost your credit score and help you avoid ever ...