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When debt creeps up on you, bankruptcy is one option. Keep reading to learn more about bankruptcy and its alternatives.

You almost never inherit debt. Only a few rare situations make you responsible for someone else’s bills.

Cutting back on coffee could help you get out of debt. But here’s how to make even bigger moves.

When you’re drowning in debt, there’s a lifesaver to grab. Here are your options when your debt is too big.

When you need a fistful of cash to fix a financial problem, there’s one cookie jar you shouldn’t reach into.

Credit card issuers can raise your interest rate, but there are rules they need to follow. Find out more.

Wage garnishment can reduce your paychecks. Here’s how a creditor does it, and what you could do in response.

Creditors can’t come after you forever. Their power has an expiration date called the statute of limitations.

Filing early is the best way to fast-track your tax refund and thwart would-be thieves. Learn more.

A lower debt-to-income ratio could help you get a loan and manage your bills more easily. Here’s how to get one.

Getting around fear of debt can be key to financial thriving. Here’s how to move past it.

Here’s what you and your teen should talk about when deciding if college, and all the costs that come with it, are worth it for them.

Saving for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Read this to learn how you could afford to pay more and rely on student loans less.

A personal financial plan can help you stay on track and achieve your financial goals. Get started today with investment, tax, and savings plans.

Real couples share their tips for talking about money with their partner during one of the most financially challenging times of the year: the holidays.

Getting close to your credit limit? Already there? Here’s what happens next, and how to get it back under control.

If you're in the market for a house or plan to refinance one, you may want to brush up on your mortgage vocabulary to help you make informed choices.

If you're feeling anxious or physically ill about debt, then you'll want to read these tips on how to deal with financial stress and get on the right track.

You don’t have to choose between saving and paying off debt — here’s how to do both, one smart step at a time.

Want to manage money better without sacrificing the things you love? Here is some easy money management advice that could help.

When you feel like your budget is as lean as it can be, attack debt from the other direction: increase your income. Here’s how.

Credit card minimum payments can keep you in debt for decades. Here’s how to avoid falling into the trap.

With the help of a smartphone app, you can create better saving habits. Read our review of the top money-saving apps on the market today.

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

See the pros and cons of using a 401(k) loan to pay off credit card debt, plus possible alternatives.

Spring survey results from Freedom Debt Relief shows consumers plan big ticket purchases in the next 12 months.