Americans are carrying more debt than ever before. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Q2 2025 Household Debt ...

When it comes to borrowing money, not all debt is created equal. According to Ramsey personalities George Kamel and Jade Warshaw, that still doesn’t mean any of it is good. On a recent episode of “The ...

Understanding the difference between secured vs. unsecured debt can help you understand your borrowing options and even help put you on the path to healthier finances. Whether it’s a college loan, an ...

Most people aren't particularly interested in pondering what the financial aftermath will be when they die, but recent data suggests that this should be a regular part of managing your finances. Case ...

U.S. household debt encompasses mortgages, car loans, credit cards and student loans. Total household debt hit a record high of $18.59 trillion from July through September of this year. The number ...

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The likelihood that a debt collector will sue you over an unpaid balance depends on the debt, the amount and how collectible ...

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U.S. household debt increased by $185B, or ~1%, to $18.39T in Q2 2025, as mortgage balances grew by $131B to $12.94T at the end of June, the New York Fed said on Tuesday in its Quarterly Report on ...

The soaring cost of living and financial pressures on families have forced six in 10 parents into debt to provide for their children. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 parents of children aged ...