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Holiday Debt Hit $1,223 Last Year: Here’s How to Avoid It This Time

You haven't bought a single gift yet, and the credit card statement…

Josh Patoka

Bankruptcy Filings Just Jumped 12%: Here’s What It Means for Your Debt in 2026

You've been juggling due dates for months now, moving money between accounts…

Kelley Bryson

How To Spot A Debt Relief Or Credit Repair Scam In 2026

Your minimum payments keep climbing while your balance barely moves, and an…

Josh Patoka

Credit Card Delinquency Rates Just Hit a 15-Year High: Here’s What to Do in 2026

You made your payment last month, and the month before that. But…

Barbora Lee

The National Debt Just Hit $40 Trillion: Here’s What It Means for Your Wallet in 2026

You saw the headline scroll past. Another record broken, another trillion added…

Kelley Bryson

Back to School Debt Is Climbing: Here’s How to Avoid It in 2026

You already said yes to the new sneakers. Then the school supply…

Josh Patoka

Student Loan Wage Garnishment Is Back in 2026: What Defaulted Borrowers Need to Know

A letter from the Department of Education shows up in your mailbox,…

Barbora Lee

AI Debt Collectors Are Calling: What Your Rights Still Are

Your phone rings with a number you don't recognize. The voice sounds…

Kelley Bryson

Is Medical Debt Still On Your Credit Report In 2026?

You got a bill for a doctor's visit over a year ago.…

Josh Patoka

The SAVE Student Loan Plan Is Ending: What to Do Next in 2026

Your loan servicer sent another email. This one says your SAVE plan…

Barbora Lee

Buy Now Pay Later Debt Is Adding Up Faster Than You Think

You check out online and see four easy payments instead of a…

Josh Patoka