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3 cheap ways to borrow money without using a credit card now

With credit card interest rates high, it helps to explore these alternative, cheaper ways to borrow money right now.

CBS News - Jan. 8

Can you take out a HELOC with high credit card debt?

A HELOC is one of the most affordable borrowing options right now, but can you qualify for one with a lot of debt?

CBS News - Jan. 8

What happens when you lose a credit card debt collection lawsuit?

A few different scenarios could occur if a judgment is issued against you for your old credit card debt.

CBS News - Jan. 8

Nearly half of credit card users are carrying debt — it may take months, or years, to pay off

Nearly half of Americans are starting off the new year in the red. And of those carrying credit card balances, many say it could take years to pay off.

CNBC - Jan. 8

5 important credit card debt relief moves to make this January

Certain moves may help you break free from credit card debt, experts say. Here are five to explore this month.

CBS News - Jan. 8

AT&T to Credit Customers After Internet Outages

The announcement follows a year of high-profile internet blackouts that hit several companies.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Can Linda McMahon become the next education secretary?

What are Linda McMahon’s chances to be confirmed as the next education secretary?

ABC News - Jan. 8

Xi Jinping Muzzles Chinese Economist Who Dared to Doubt GDP Numbers

Gao Shanwen questioned Beijing’s ability to boost its economy as threats loom from a property meltdown and burgeoning debt.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 8

How Verlander joining Giants causes jersey-number conundrum

Justin Verlander wears the same jersey number as former Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford, which poses a potential problem for San Francisco.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

New rule bans medical debt from credit reports

A new rule issued by the outgoing Biden administration will ban medical debt from appearing on people's credit reports. It's estimated the move will raise credit scores for around 15 million ...

CBS News - Jan. 7

Jim Cramer looks ahead to Friday's employment data: 'We’re at the mercy of macro numbers'

CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed Tuesday's market-wide decline.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Disaster by the Numbers: The Crisis in Sudan

The United States just formally declared that genocide has taken place in the northeast African nation, but the calamity there dates back decades.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

How long do settled accounts stay on your credit report?

Understanding this timeline can help you set realistic expectations for your credit recovery journey.

CBS News - Jan. 7

The Next Congress

We explore the disagreements that could define the new Congress — and potentially derail Donald Trump’s agenda.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

'Lucky to be there next season' - is Dyche running out of time?

Everton's goals-per-game ratio this season is the worst it has been in 13 years - could it mark the end for Sean Dyche's time as manager?

BBC News - Jan. 7

In Roob's Eagles Stats: Completely bonkers Tanner McKee numbers

In the final rendition of Roob's Stats for the regular season: wild Tanner McKee numbers, historic milestones by the 2024 defense and a rare feat accomplished by three Eagles rookies.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

CFPB finalizes rule to remove estimated $49 billion in medical debt from credit reports

Medical debt comprises the largest category of unpaid balances in collections. The CFPB wants to help ensure that doesn't ruin Americans' finances.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Can I qualify for credit card debt forgiveness with a low credit score?

A low credit score could limit your debt relief options — but will it make you ineligible for debt forgiveness?

CBS News - Jan. 7

Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy

A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.

CBS News - Jan. 7

What comes next for Kamala Harris?

Nii-Quartelai Quartey, author of "Kamala, The Motherland, And Me," joined CBS News to discuss what Kamala Harris will do now as she leaves the vice presidency.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Biden administration finalizes rule to strike medical debt from credit reports

U.S. consumers will no longer have medical debt appear on their credit reports under to a new rule the CFPB finalized Tuesday.

NBC News - Jan. 7

Medical debt banned from credit reports by new Biden administration rule

Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on credit reports under a final rule announced by the Biden administration.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Biden expands wind and solar tax credit to nuclear, hydropower, geothermal energy

The Biden administration on Tuesday finalized a guidance that expands a tax credit that has historically applied only to wind and solar power to a range of other energy technologies. Under a new ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

New federal rule will remove medical debt from credit reports

A new rule on medical debt could affect millions of Americans' credit scores.

ABC News - Jan. 7

Biden Administration Moves to Ban Medical Debt From Credit Reports

The future of the new rule remains in question, however, with President-elect Donald J. Trump set to return to the White House this month.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Correcting Genetic Spelling Errors With Next-Generation Crispr

Treatments for rare diseases are hard to create and expensive to deliver, but there is new hope for editing the software of the genome.

Wired - Jan. 7

CFPB finalizes rule barring medical debt from credit reports

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday finalized its rule barring medical debt from being included on credit reports, potentially freeing up billions in credit. The finalized ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Next Ups Guidance After Strong Christmas

Next lifted its fiscal-year outlook after Christmas sales were better than expected but said U.K. growth is likely to slow, as higher employer tax costs begin to filter through into the economy.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

Milei’s next economic mission: affordable air fryers

Libertarian leader scraps tariffs to break open Argentina’s protectionist economy, unnerving domestic industry

Financial Times - Jan. 7

New York Crime Rate Falls, but Number of Felony Assaults Rises Again

Killings and shootings have dropped, but headlines have been dominated by terrifying crimes, like the killing of a woman who was burned to death on the F train.

The New York Times - Jan. 6