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

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

Americans are carrying record levels of personal debt, yet many don't realize how long it would take to pay it off. Debt.com's inaugural Debt Awareness Week on February 17-23 aims to change that by ...

As our debt has grown, so has the burden on individuals trying to pay off their balances. If you’re currently struggling with major debt and weighing your options, you’re not alone. Credit counseling ...

Filing for bankruptcy can provide serious relief from your mounting debt, but there are a few things to know first.

We break down three proven options for tackling debt that don't involve debt settlement or debt relief to help you understand ...

Hiranmayi Srinivasan is an Associate Editor for Investopedia. She has covered personal finance topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, and economic news at Investopedia since 2021, and has ...

Credit counseling and debt relief are both worth considering, but one may be better than the other. Here's why.

A new report finds that people are spending more on their cards and paying down less. Financial experts offer tips for ...