Credit cards are keeping more Americans afloat at a cost that's piling up fast, a new report from Primerica finds.

A man who retired at 49 with a steady $4,000 monthly pension and a paid-off home now finds himself drowning in $85,000 in personal loans plus another $5,000 in credit card debt. At 65, he's asking his ...

Indians are borrowing money more than ever, and it’s not for investment. There is a growing mountain of debt that funds ...

Drowning in credit card debt? Debt settlement could help, but the trade-offs might cost you. Here's what to know.

Without going into details of my spouse's financial infidelity, I would like your opinion. Here is the bottom line. I'm 68 and my 401 (k) has dwindled to $82,000. I have $3,000 in gold and Social ...

The average taxpayer’s piece of the $37-trillion federal debt is about $240,000, or six years of the median income.

Most Americans carry debt, and that includes the high-interest debt that comes with credit cards. Finding yourself in credit card debt is severely unfortunate. But how do you even know when ...

Freedom Debt Relief reports credit card limits aren’t keeping pace with debt, stressing residents in Kentucky, Alabama, and ...

Spending to earn rewards can put you in debt if you're unprepared, but you can earn without debt if you spend within your ...

Freedom Debt Relief reports that credit utilization affects scores; keep it under 30% for better credit health and check ...

Assigning every dollar a job — whether it’s paying down debt or saving for retirement — can help you take control of your ...

From canceling old cards to cosigning for loved ones, these surprising missteps can quietly hurt your score. Learn what ...