How does debt consolidation work?
Debt consolidation works by combining multiple debts into one. It can lower your interest rate and help you get out of debt sooner. Learn more.
Inflation causing more Americans to increase their credit balance, TransUnion study says
Some consumers have increased their credit card usage as prices rise but they are also paying down more of their debt, according to a TransUnion study.
How to pay off credit card debt: 6 winning strategies
Wondering how to pay off credit card debt? Discover these six tried-and-true strategies that can help you pay down your balances and become debt-free.
Can you build credit fast? 8 tips to get you started
If you’re wondering how to build credit fast, these 8 strategies can get your credit-building journey off to a solid start.
Spirit, Frontier and JetBlue: Pros and cons
JetBlue and Frontier Airlines are both chasing Spirit Airlines in a takeover battle that will impact not only shareholders but passengers. Fox Business takes a look at what's in it for passengers.
How to negotiate credit card debt
If you’re drowning in credit card debt, you might be able to settle with your creditors for less than you owe. Learn how to negotiate credit card debt.
Will adding my son to my credit card help his credit score?
The Credible Money Coach helps a reader understand how being an authorized user can affect credit.
How to improve bad credit in 10 ways
Building your credit can make it easier to get approved for financial products, and with a lower interest rate. Learn how to improve bad credit in 10 ways.
How credit card swipe fees are hitting consumers
"Swipe" fees are imposed on merchants every time a consumer makes a purchase with their credit or debit card. Oftentimes, though, retailers will try and offset these increases by passing them on to the consumer.
4 in 5 shoppers turn to buy now, pay later to avoid credit card debt: Experian
Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services give consumers an opportunity to avoid accruing high-interest credit card debt, recent survey data said. But these payment plans may come with pricey consequences for missing payments.
Consumers at risk of overspending as they return to pre-pandemic shopping habits: survey
Shoppers are reverting to bad habits with a rise in unnecessary spending, succumbing to the urge of in-person impulse purchases, according to a new survey.
Fed rate hikes may drive up your monthly credit card payments: Here's how to cut costs
Variable credit card APRs are likely to rise in the coming months as the Federal Reserve is expected to increase interest rates.
Coign's Visa card for conservatives: How it works
Coign launched its first unlimited cash back VISA credit card specifically tailored to the conservative customer.
How to get a debt consolidation loan for bad credit
If your credit isn’t great and you’re struggling to make your debt payments, a debt consolidation loan for bad credit may help. Learn how to qualify.
With skyrocketing inflation, NRF urges Visa, Mastercard to cancel swipe fee increases on merchants
The National Retail Federation, the nation's largest retail trade group, is calling on Visa and Mastercard to cancel swipe fee increases as consumers battle skyrocketing inflation.
Medical debt changes hitting credit reports this summer
Creditcards.com industry analyst Ted Rossman discusses paid medical collections to come off Americans’ credit reports starting July 1.
What is the 50/30/20 budget rule?
The 50/30/20 rule can simplify the budgeting process and help you reach your financial goals. Learn how it works and how to apply it to your own spending.
45M consumers have little or no credit profile, study says - how to improve your credit score
A new study from TransUnion said millions of consumers have no credit profiles. Here's how you can start building your credit.
How to pay off $5,000 in credit card debt
If you want to pay off $5,000 in credit card debt, try these strategies to help you get out of debt sooner.
Many Americans expect to use credit card rewards to travel in 2022: survey
Many credit cardholders said they're ready to use the reward points they accumulated after not traveling during COVID, according to a recent survey.


















