Debt collection activity has been surging over the last year, and, perhaps unsurprisingly, this uptick is occurring at a time when many borrowers' finances are already stretched thin. Higher interest ...

U.S. household debt hit a record $18.8 trillion in 2025, according to the New York Fed, fueld by increases in mortgage, credit card and auto loan balances. Credit card debt alone reached a record ...

Consolidating your credit card debt can help you organize everything into a single monthly payment and save money with a lower overall interest rate. Two popular strategies include using balance ...

If tackling debt is your top money goal this year, you're not alone. About 25% of Americans say paying off debt is their #1 financial resolution, according to Motley Fool Money's 2026 New Year Money ...

You could get a lower interest rate, but there are risks to consider before taking on a second mortgage. If you have high-interest debt, you could consider paying it off with your home’s equity. One ...