Managing Debt
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Debt Basics
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Home equity line of credit (HELOC) vs. home equity loan: How do they work?
Know the differences between these products before you borrow against your equity.
4 min read Dec 05, 2022 -
3 steps to calculate your debt-to-income ratio
DTI is your monthly debt divided by your gross monthly income. Here’s what to know.
5 min read Nov 30, 2022 -
How to pay off a debt in collections
Take these steps to pay off lingering debt.
8 min read Nov 30, 2022 -
Average American debt 2021
A look at consumer debt in the U.S. reveals predictable trends and a few surprises.
4 min read Nov 22, 2022 -
How to pay huge medical bills on a small income
The government, as well as your providers, might be able to help with your exorbitant medical bills.
4 min read Nov 18, 2022 -
Which debts can’t be discharged in bankruptcy?
Filing bankruptcy has some debt exclusions. These charges can usually be eliminated.
4 min read Nov 14, 2022 -
How late can you be on a Chapter 13 payment?
Being a week late on your bankruptcy payment is probably no big deal — in most cases.
3 min read Nov 14, 2022 -
Want a lower credit card interest rate? Just ask
Securing a lower interest rate may be as simple as asking your credit card issuer.
4 min read Nov 07, 2022 -
Best balance transfer cards with no balance transfer fee
Learn our picks for the best balance transfer cards with no balance transfer fee.
7 min read Nov 04, 2022 -
Men, women and debt: Does gender matter?
There just might be something to that whole Mars and Venus thing when it comes to debt.
4 min read Nov 01, 2022