Considering credit card debt relief in the last month of 2025? Here's why it may (or may not) make sense to pursue.

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Consolidating debt into one loan means one payment per month. This means a quicker and simpler payment than repeatedly paying multiple creditors. However, debt consolidation is only available to those ...

If you're like many people, you rely on apps to track everything from fitness goals to prescriptions. Why not use apps to manage your credit cards and help keep track of your finances during the ...

If you find yourself buried in credit card debt, there are ways to help you dig back out, like a hardship agreement or a lump ...

Angelica Leicht is the senior editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com, where she writes and edits articles on a range of personal finance topics. Angelica previously held editing ...

According to a recent survey, 40% of Americans with credit card debt are under the impression that making minimum payments is an effective way to manage their debt. This misunderstanding is ...

CBS NEWS By Matt Richardson Household debt hit a new record high in the third quarter of 2025, according to a report released ...

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There are potential benefits and downsides to debt consolidation.

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