The golden years are supposed to be debt-free, a time when you can finally relax after decades of monthly mortgage, student loan and credit card payment obligations. But that vision of retirement is ...

When it comes to finances, we usually think that the more someone is in debt, the more stress they feel. But a new survey seems to suggest that, in actuality, it might be the opposite. The more people ...

When Whitney Catalano filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2022, she was self-employed, living in an apartment she couldn’t afford and carrying $60,000 in credit card and personal loan debt. For her, ...

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If I want to be debt-free in three years, I need a plan built on tactics that are already working for thousands of households. These 11 moves are grounded in detailed reporting from financial ...

The convenience of one-click purchases and “buy now, pay later” loans is making it easier for people to shop — and shop and shop — during the holidays. By Juli Fraga and Connie Chang Holiday sales can ...

The holidays can be hard on your wallet, even if you’re in a strong financial position. But they can be especially challenging for people in debt — and if that’s you, you’re not alone. But financial ...