3 Big Credit Card Debt Mistakes to Avoid This Fall
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3 credit card debt consolidation strategies worth considering now
You have lots of debt consolidation solutions to consider, but some could make more sense than others now.CBS News - 7h -
3 long-term CD mistakes to avoid right now
Long-term CDs can still be advantageous for savers now, as long as they avoid making these three costly mistakes.CBS News - 10h -
What credit counseling can (and can't) do to help with your debt
Before you take advantage of credit counseling, it may help to know what outcomes you can expect.CBS News - 1d -
Dallas Goedert channels Derrick Henry with 3 big stiff-arms on his way to a TD
Goedert wasn't too kind to Packers cornerback Carrington Valentine.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
College basketball rankings: Arkansas tries to avoid 0-3 start in SEC play when Razorbacks face Florida
John Calipari will have his hands full when his team faces the Gators, the No. 4 team in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1CBS Sports - 3d -
What happens if you don’t pay a medical bill, now that medical debt may not hurt your credit score?
Unpaid medical debt will no longer affect credit scores, according to a new rule from Biden administration regulators who want to mitigate the financial repercussions of those bills.MarketWatch - 3d -
8 ways a credit card debt lawsuit can be dismissed
If you're being sued over delinquent credit card debt, there are a few ways you could get the lawsuit dismissed.CBS News - 4d -
3 reasons why Steelers will upset Ravens in 2025 NFL wild-card game, including Playoff Lamar, ground attack
Pittsburgh upsetting Baltimore would be on brand for Mike TomlinCBS Sports - 4d -
College basketball rankings: Texas A&M's late 3-pointer sinks Oklahoma as Aggies win another big game
Texas A&M, the No. 12 team in the Top 25 And 1, rallied from 18 down to beat the SoonersCBS Sports - 5d -
What happens if you deny a credit card debt settlement offer?
There are times when it makes sense to deny a debt settlement offer, but there could be repercussions for doing so.CBS News - 5d -
How to pay less interest on credit card debt in 2025
There are multiple ways to pay less interest on your credit card debt this year. Here are five to explore now.CBS News - 5d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 6d -
Why a return to Obama-era policy on Cuba would be a big mistake
Advocates for returning to the Obama Cuba policy would have the United States join in the complicity of the European Union and Canada in subsidizing with tax dollars a 65-year-old dictatorshipThe Hill - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 -
3 Big Sabres Named Top Trade Candidates
These three Sabres have been named among the NHL's top trade candidates.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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Nvidia unveils GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards with big performance gains
Nvidia launched its much-awaited Nvidia GeForce RTX 5000 series graphics processing units (GPUs), based on the Blackwell RTX tech.VentureBeat - Jan. 7 -
3 big gold investing mistakes to avoid in 2025
A gold investment could help boost and protect your portfolio in 2025, assuming you avoid these three mistakes.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Is it legal for a credit card company to sell your delinquent debt?
There are a few routes your credit card company can take when you're late on payments — including selling the debt.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
What proof must credit card debt collectors provide for a debt?
Debt collectors must provide proof that a debt is valid. Otherwise, they have to stop their collection efforts.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
How hidden credit card fees impact consumers and businesses
The start of 2025 brought an increase in fees from the biggest credit card companies in the U.S. that may have you paying more the next time you swipe a card. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
The fight over credit card swipe fees enters a new year with no end in sight
With new fee increases and more shoppers ditching cash, some small businesses are urging their customers to consider sticking with bills and coins.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
How much will a $10,000 credit card balance transfer cost?
Planning to transfer $10,000 to a new card with a promotional rate? Here's how much the fees could cost you.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Trump says Britain is 'making a very big mistake' with windfall tax on North Sea oil producers
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Friday called on Britain to "open up" the North Sea and get rid of "windmills."CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Trump attacks UK’s North Sea policy as ‘very big mistake’
Post on Truth Social platform is latest anti-Labour salvo from incoming US administrationFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
Where are mortgage, CD and credit card rates heading in 2025?
The Fed has been pushing down borrowing cuts since September, yet mortgage rates remain close to 7%. Here's what to expect in 2025.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
3 big reasons to pursue credit card debt forgiveness this January
Debt forgiveness can be a smart way to move forward from your high-rate card debt — especially right now.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Tossing Speaker Johnson would be a huge mistake
A drawn-out battle over the Speaker’s gavel would be the worst way to begin the 2025 legislative session.The Hill - Jan. 1
