Credit usage jumped 8.8% in Q2: Pay down your debt with these 3 strategies
Credit usage grew by 8.8% during the second quarter of 2021, as consumer prices increased 5.4% in July. Here three strategies to utilize when it comes to paying down debt.
Americans' debt rose $313B in Q2 – here’s how to help pay yours down
Auto loans and mortgages drove an increase in debt in the second quarter of 2021. Here's what consumers can do to pay debt down quickly.
Should I take out a personal loan to pay off other debts and make home improvements?
Credible Money Coach offers guidance on whether or not you should take out a personal loan to pay for debts and make home improvements.
5-year fixed personal loan rates make a fairly significant drop from last week
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5-year fixed personal loan rates inch up, but still cheaper than last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Credit card debt surged during pandemic, survey finds: How to pay it off quickly
Emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are seeing higher levels of credit card debt - but their spending isn't slowing down. Here's how you can pay down your credit card debt.
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans has unpaid medical debt, study finds: Here's how to pay it off
An unexpected hospital stay can result in unmanageable medical expenses, driving some patients into bankruptcy. If an illness has put a burden on your finances, you have options for getting back on track.
What is a title loan and how does it work?
You can typically get a title loan quickly, and without a credit check — but these loans come with high costs. Learn more about how title loans work.
Biden administration extends eviction freeze: What to do if you’re struggling to make payments
The FHFA and FHA each announced Friday that their coronavirus pandemic-driven eviction moratoria, which protect homeowners and renters from eviction in the event of nonpayment of rent, will be extended through Sept. 30, 2021.
Fed wraps monetary policy meeting, keeping interest rates unchanged amid signs of strengthening economy
The Federal Reserve wrapped up its July monetary policy meeting Wednesday with the announcement that it will keep the federal funds rate at its targeted 0% to 0.25% range.
13.4M Americans behind on housing payment, survey says: Here's how to get back on track
Housing payments can comprise a large portion of your monthly budget, making it difficult to stay on track during times of financial hardship. Here's how you can save money on your monthly loan payments to get your finances back on track.
5-year fixed personal loan rates mark half-point drop
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Average personal loan interest rate is 9.58%, Fed reports, but you may qualify for a lower rate
Personal loans are often used to pay off high-interest credit card debt or finance an unexpected expense. To get the lowest rates for your situation, it's important to shop around and compare loan terms across online lenders.
Jerome Powell believes high inflation is temporary – how are interest rates affected?
The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates near 0% as inflation surges. In a testimony before Congress, Fed chair Powell said today's inflation surges are temporary.
Jobless claims rise unexpectedly: How to get cash now
First-time unemployment claims rose for the week ending in July 10. Here's what to do if you need emergency cash while unemployed.
Private student loan rates spike to highest level for July
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to save money on your personal loan — and pay off your debt faster
If your personal loan has a high interest rate or a long repayment term, it may be costing you more money than you realize. Read these tips for saving money and paying off your loan faster.
3-year fixed personal loan rates hit 3-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to get a personal loan with no credit history
If you’re applying for a personal loan for the first time and you have no credit history, learn more about your lending options to get the funds you need.
Revolving credit balances grew by 11.4% in May, Fed finds: How to pay off your credit cards
Revolving credit debt increased 11.4% in May, according to the Fed's latest report. Credit card borrowers with high balances and monthly bills could consider paying off debt with one of these methods.
















