Why you shouldn't wait for 2025 to tackle your credit card debt

Should you take out a mortgage loan now or wait until 2025?

If you're on the fence about whether to buy a home now or delay further, here's what you should know.

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.

28% of credit card users are still paying off last year's holiday debt. But that's an improvement

Americans tend to overspend during the holiday season. In fact, some shoppers are still paying off last year's purchases.

Business - CNBC - November 12

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

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 invest in gold before 2025

There are a few big reasons to put some money into gold before the new year, experts say.

Are you excited for retirement? Why you might consider waiting a few more years.

Tips to bridge the gap between retirement dreams and reality

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

Your paycheck may be larger in 2025, even if you don't get a raise

While there's plenty of time left in November, you may already have something exciting to look forward to in 2025: a slightly larger paycheck, even without a raise.

Politics - The Hill - November 9

Should you use your home's equity before 2025? Experts weigh in

There's a strong argument for using your home equity ahead of the new year. Here's what to consider now.

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

Credit card interest rates stand near a record high.

Trump is the right president to finally tackle the national debt

Trump’s electoral victory will be much less meaningful if he leaves office in four years without addressing our debt and deficit problems.

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Why can't you wear your political gear to the polls?

An outfit may not be the first thing most people think of before heading to the polls, but a misstep while dressing could jeopardize one’s vote.

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Should you make your bed in the morning? Why some doctors say no

Medically minded social media influencers have been encouraging people to leave their bed linen dishevelled – and all because of the humble dust mite. Name: Making the bed.. Age: I’m a ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Here’s Why You Need to Be Your Product’s Biggest User

Eliot Horowitz, founder and CEO of Viam, talks about the evolution of his company on the latest episode of ‘For Starters.’

Business - Inc. - November 6

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

Why you should throw away your black plastic cooking utensils

The tools you cook with may be introducing an unwanted ingredient into your family dinner: flame retardant.

Politics - The Hill - November 15

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

How will a late credit card payment impact my credit score?

Just one delinquent credit card payment could have a big impact on the health of your credit. Here's how.

6 ways your home equity can help you earn more money in 2025

Tapping into your home equity strategically could lead to considerable financial growth next year.

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.

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

How to Choose the Right Travel Credit Card

Fees, sign-up bonuses and whether the card is aligned with a particular hotel brand or airline are all factors in the decision.

Business - The New York Times - November 15

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

Wait, Does Your Whole Body Need Deodorant?

No. But body odor is a hot topic on social media as companies try to provide what one dermatologist called, “the answer to a problem people didn’t even know they have.”

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 6

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

Why discovering your ancestral roots can help you to truly feel like yourself

Since the age of six Greta Solomon knew she was a writer, but gained a richer sense of self when she discovered her ancestors were gifted storytellers too. There’s a photo somewhere – taken to ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

The election will have a huge impact on your estate, even if you’re not rich yet. Why you need to act now.

No matter who wins, the clock is ticking to book a lawyer to create or update your plan.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Four big things the winners of Congress will have to tackle in 2025

Control of the House and Senate are up for grabs in Tuesday's 2024 elections, with the next Congress facing key deadlines on taxes, health care, government funding and the debt ceiling.

Politics - NBC News - November 3

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

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.

Retail credit card interest rates hit all-time high

The average rate on credit cards from some of America's biggest retailers has soared to an all-time high of more than 30%, according to personal finance site Bankrate. That's up from just over 24% ...

6 ways to break bad credit card spending habits

Your bad credit card habits could be costing you a lot of money. Luckily, there are simple ways to break them.

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

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