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Household debt just hit a new all-time high. Here's how to slash your high-rate card balances before they spiral.

Americans now hold a record $1.21 trillion in credit card debt, but some consumers could have their bills cut in half.

You’re committing to a long and worthy journey when you decide to become debt free, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get help along the way. There are several options that can help speed up your ...

Achieve reports that filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy without funds is possible through fee waivers, legal aid, and DIY options.

Reaching out for help with debt is a brave and proactive step, and it's one that speaks volumes about your determination to turn things around. Whether you're feeling the pinch on a tight budget or ...

Despite recent efforts toward medical debt reform, many Americans still deal with piles of medical bills. A 2024 analysis from Peterson-KFF shows that about 20 million adults — nearly one in 12 — have ...

Better Debt Solutions is a debt relief and settlement company that helps people reduce and pay off their debt so they can achieve financial stability. It speaks to creditors on clients’ behalf to ...

Accredited Debt Relief is a well-known debt settlement company that claims it can help shrink your debt and make it more manageable. Sounds great, right? Sure — but if we dig into the details, is it ...

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