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Don’t fall victim to rookie mistakes. Here’s how to steer clear of debt in your first year of owning a home.

Are your Social Security benefits at risk if you don't pay creditors? See which benefits are protected from garnishment.

A debt avalanche could save you time and money when paying off credit card debt. Learn how it works here.

Balance transfer cards get a lot of attention. Here’s why a debt consolidation loan might be better.

Without a credit history, you're practically invisible. Keep reading to learn how to be seen and admired.

Looking to refinance an old student loan with a new one? Ask yourself these eight vital questions first.

Splitting up card payments might help the budget, but is there a downside? Here's what happens with multiple payments.

If foreclosure is a possibility, stay calm and consider Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Here’s how it could help save your home.

Community property is a legal term for assets and debts acquired in a marriage. Learn how community property rules could impact divorce and inheritance.

You have the right to stop debt collectors from calling, but this isn't always a good idea. Learn how to stop collection calls—and why you might not want to.

Not sure whether a secured or unsecured card is right for you? Here’s how to make the right choice.

See how to pay less in credit card interest without waiting for Fed rate cuts.

Settling parking tickets could help you get rid of that debt for less than you owe. Learn how.

If you want to regain control over your finances, debt relief programs could be a solution. Here’s how they work.

Learn the pros and cons of using a payroll advance to gain financial flexibility.

If you're facing a temporary pause to your paychecks during a government shutdown, what can you do?

Make the best possible debt consolidation decision (and dodge roadblocks) by knowing these four numbers.

Learn how to set up your budget, maintain your priorities, and make that debt go away.

Financial hardship can put you behind on bills and spell trouble for your credit. Here's how to get back on track.

You can recover after falling behind on debt payments. We’ll show you how to get back on track.

High-interest debt can cost you a lot, quickly. Here’s what to do about it.

Babies are cute—and expensive. Here’s how to budget as a new parent and steer clear of debt.

Struggling with multiple credit card debts? Don’t worry. You have choices. Professionals could help, too. Learn how.

Minimum credit card payments mean more interest could impact your credit score. Find out why your payments matter.

Consolidation could hurt or help your score. Here’s how to tell when it’s the right choice for you.

No need to take a hardship withdrawal or 401(k) loan to pay off credit card debt. We’ll show you proven debt strategies.