A reader moved states and racked up $10,000 in credit card debt. A CFP explains how to pay it down while protecting a strong credit score.

If you make a big purchase on a credit card, pay it off as fast as possible. Improving your credit score can be achieved by keeping your credit utilization percentage as low as possible. The hope is ...

Because the rate of return is guaranteed — and so is the impact on your finances.

Understand common debt repayment strategies you can use to pay off your balances and learn strategies for preventing further debt Many consumers carry higher credit card balances than ever, with ...

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The president's proposal could help consumers save billions of dollars and pay off debt faster. But financial experts say it ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Credit card interest rates are near record highs and now a new Bankrate survey finds nearly one in four Americans with credit card debt believe they'll never pay it off. And about 45 ...

If you've ever owned a credit card before, chances are you're familiar with the term "APR," or annual percentage rate. For specifically credit cards, your purchase APR is essentially your interest ...