What may be surprising, though, is that the very tool that got you into debt could also be your way out. Credit cards, when ...

Many people struggle with debt. And thanks to high interest rates, rising costs of living, and other challenging financial conditions, that debt can be particularly hard to get out of these days.

In today's high-rate environment, debt settlement programs, also known as debt forgiveness, have become increasingly popular. These programs, which are typically structured over two to four years, ...

New York City announced in October that it has canceled nearly $135 million in medical debt for more than 75,000 New Yorkers.

Senior tax debt can feel like a heavy burden, especially when you're on a fixed income. Fortunately, the IRS offers several ways to reduce or even eliminate what you owe. Here is how seniors can use ...

For many families, credit card debt is a huge source of stress, and when the bills keep piling up, it might seem like there’s no way out. But before you lose hope, you may qualify for debt ...

According to the NYC mayor’s office, more than 100 million Americans hold some amount of medical debt, and the total amount ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Privatizing student loan debt would mean less protection for debtors, more suffering, and fewer paths to relief.

The federal student loan program has inadvertently made college unaffordable, increasing student debt. Federally subsidized loans have incentivized colleges to raise tuition costs, capturing a ...

The Pasadena-based financial institution will be paying off the smaller, consumer debts of families in Altadena and the ...