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An HSA could lower your taxes while helping you avoid medical debt. Read on to see if an HSA is right for you.

Debt settlement could be a powerful debt relief tool. Here's how to know whether it's the right option for you.

Credit card debt can be expensive. Here's how to tell when you've got too much—and how to deal with it.

Everyone's situation is different and there's no specific number that signals too much debt. Here's how to tell instead.

In debt, but want to improve your finances? Check out these strategic financial resolutions that could help.

Your shared bank account could be at risk if either you have unpaid debts. Learn how to protect yourselves.

You can get a fresh copy of your credit report for free every week. Learn how, and why it matters.

Want to use your tax refund to pay off debt? Debt relief could get bigger results than minimum payments. Here’s how.

Credit card hardship and forbearance programs might help you catch up on debt payments. Here’s how they work

Being underbanked can be expensive and time-consuming. Here's how to access more mainstream financial services.

Are you a SNAP recipient? You may be eligible for SNAP discounts. Find out how to save on expenses beyond groceries.

Looking for a dual-purpose debit card? A prepaid debit card lets you do business online and avoid debt, all without needing a bank account. Here’s how it works.

Michigan residents have substantial debt. Find out how they deal with it.

Even if home-buying messes up your finances, you can recover. Here’s how.

Are you paying your credit card too often—or not often enough? Here's when to make one payment or multiple each month.

Hidden fees, exorbitant interest rates, and high-pressure sales tactics—oh my! Avoid these lender red flags.

Credit counseling could help you but it’s usually not free. Learn more here.

Loan consolidation is also known as debt consolidation. You can improve your finances by taking a new loan to pay off credit card debt, student loans, or medical bills.

Unpaid credit card debt may fall off your credit report in 7 years, but you may still have to pay it. Find out what your rights are.

Americans are using stimulus checks on bills, essentials, savings, and paying down debt. But using…

The 7-in-7 rule helps protect you from harassment by debt collectors. Here’s how it works—and what it doesn't cover.

Buy now, pay later plans make it easy to pay for stuff over time. But what are they doing to your credit?

Medical debt over $500 could go on your credit report. Here’s how to reduce the impact and find debt relief.

Did you miss a credit card due date? How late you are makes all the difference. Here's what happens.

A quick side hustle or a trip to the pawn shop could get you money in a hurry.

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