How to cut your credit card debt before the holidays

5 signs you need debt relief before the holidays, according to experts

These subtle red flags may indicate you need debt assistance before splurging on holiday gifts, experts say.

Behind on your credit card bills this November? 3 options to consider

Missing credit card payments can have serious consequences, but there are ways to get your finances back on track.

Consumer credit posts small increase as Americans cut back on credit-card purchases

The amount of credit U.S. consumers used in September rose a scant 1.4%, but the increase was tied mostly to student loan as Americans scale back on borrowing.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

When do late credit card payments show up on your credit report?

If you've made a late credit card payment recently, here's when it could start impacting your credit score.

What should I do when a credit card debt collector contacts me?

If you've been contacted by a debt collector about old credit card debt, here's what you should do.

Credit card debt hits record $1.17 trillion, New York Fed research shows

Credit card balances rose in the third quarter of 2024, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found.

Business - CNBC - November 13

Americans’ $1 trillion credit-card debt problem is inching in the right direction as inflation eases

Americans are still building up their credit-card balances, but they’re doing a better job paying those bills on time — and it could be sign that inflation’s bite is easing.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

3 times you should pay off credit card debt collections (and 3 times you shouldn't)

Paying off collections debt can be a smart financial move, but it won't make sense in every scenario.

Can you use a 401(k) hardship loan to pay off credit card debt?

You could pay off your credit card debt with your retirement funds, but there are likely better options.

Kent State football coach Kenni Burns taken to court for unpaid $24K credit card debt

Burns makes nearly $500K annually and is in his second year as Golden Flashes head coach

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Why You Should Get Your Vaccines Before the Holiday Rush

Health professionals recommend vaccines before traveling to celebrate the holidays with family.

Business - Inc. - November 8

How Fed Rates Influence Credit Cards, Loans, Savings and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate moves influence car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

How to Keep Politics From Ruining Your Holiday

The country has grown increasingly polarized, but families can still find their way back together.

Health - The New York Times - 17 hours ago

Should you use home equity to pay off debt before the holidays? What experts say

Using home equity to pay off debt before the holidays could make sense for some, but not everyone.

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts

Credit card interest rates stand near a record high.

‘I can’t deal with managing them’: I juggle 18 credit cards. How do I close them without ruining my credit score?

“I have very high limits, so charges barely make a blip on my credit-utilization ratio.”

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

How to optimize your holiday travel budget on 'Travel Tuesday'

Like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Travel Tuesday can be an opportunity to snare big discounts. But how much you benefit may depend on your needs, experts say.

Business - CNBC - November 18

How to optimize your holiday travel budget on 'Travel Tuesday'

If you still haven’t booked your holiday travel plans, take note: Prices tend to rise the closer you get to the days you’re looking to travel.

Does debt consolidation or debt forgiveness make more sense with bad credit?

Finding the right solution to your high-rate credit card debt can be tough if your credit is less than ideal.

‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse

Congress shouldn’t be fooled and let a Trojan horse hurt consumers by nullifying state laws and the CFPB’s effort to get medical debt off credit reports.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Retail banking is not only harder than it looks but also heavily regulated by watchdogs who take their duties very seriously

Business - Financial Times - October 30

JPMorgan’s Chase UK bank launches first credit card

Digital-only bank makes first foray into lending after amassing more than £20bn in deposits

Business - Financial Times - November 19

Southern Water at risk of debt default in event of further credit downgrades

Bond issue documentation shows UK utility under pressure over high financing costs

Business - Financial Times - November 5

When can a credit card company sue you for non-payment?

If your credit card debt goes unpaid for long enough, you could face legal consequences. Here's when it may happen.

Will credit card interest rates increase now that inflation is climbing?

Inflation ticked back up again in October, which could impact your credit card interest rates. Here's how.

Latest in How to cut your credit card debt before the holidays

5 signs you need debt relief before the holidays, according to experts

Behind on your credit card bills this November? 3 options to consider

Consumer credit posts small increase as Americans cut back on credit-card purchases

When do late credit card payments show up on your credit report?

What should I do when a credit card debt collector contacts me?

Credit card debt hits record $1.17 trillion, New York Fed research shows

Americans’ $1 trillion credit-card debt problem is inching in the right direction as inflation eases

3 times you should pay off credit card debt collections (and 3 times you shouldn't)

Can you use a 401(k) hardship loan to pay off credit card debt?

Kent State football coach Kenni Burns taken to court for unpaid $24K credit card debt

Why You Should Get Your Vaccines Before the Holiday Rush

How Fed Rates Influence Credit Cards, Loans, Savings and More

How to Keep Politics From Ruining Your Holiday

Should you use home equity to pay off debt before the holidays? What experts say

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts

‘I can’t deal with managing them’: I juggle 18 credit cards. How do I close them without ruining my credit score?

How to optimize your holiday travel budget on 'Travel Tuesday'

How to optimize your holiday travel budget on 'Travel Tuesday'

Does debt consolidation or debt forgiveness make more sense with bad credit?

‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

JPMorgan’s Chase UK bank launches first credit card

Southern Water at risk of debt default in event of further credit downgrades

When can a credit card company sue you for non-payment?

Will credit card interest rates increase now that inflation is climbing?

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