For many Americans, debt isn’t just a balance on a screen—it’s a daily weight. In a 2025 survey by financial services company ...

Confused about how to get out of debt? Here's how to decide if debt relief or credit counseling would work best.

Both debt relief and bankruptcy can offer you real help, but there are a few things to know about each option. mesh cube/ .

There are several ways to deal with overwhelming debt, and the right one for you depends on the severity of the problem and the resources you have. If you’re exploring debt management vs. debt ...

There are a variety of debt relief options that can bring debt struggles to an end. It's understandable to want to know how long debt relief takes before you choose one. The short answer is that any ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — If credit card debt has you feeling stressed, you’re not alone. Yeah, credit cards can be a helpful tool, but it's easy to quickly fall behind and for some, it can be a ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.