A DIY approach to debt settlement can backfire if you don't understand the legal, financial and tax risks involved.

A new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows the U.S. household debt has hit a record $18.8 trillion, with ...

The $29 trillion federal debt held by the public is becoming an increasingly local problem. Washington's fiscal challenges have led to increased borrowing costs as well as reduced federal aid to ...

The cost of living has risen sharply in recent years, and so have financial stress levels. Recent data shows that three of four Americans today are anxious about their financial situations, and among ...

Is America heading toward a national debt crisis? As an economic adviser to President Biden and an economist active in mainly ...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is on a mission to protect consumers from illegal medical debt collection practices. It issued advisories in October identifying illegal practices and ...

Debt collector complaints surged in 2025 as student loan, credit card, and auto delinquencies hit multi-year highs.

Debt settlement means paying less than you owe to close out an account balance. Many consumers hire debt settlement companies or attorneys to help them negotiate debt. You may be able to save money by ...

The national debt has grown to more than $37 trillion. There is mounting concern in some quarters over how soon the ballooning debt will impact the lives of everyday Americans. As Paul Solman explains ...

When a loved one dies, the financial fallout can extend far beyond funeral costs and estate issues. In turn, Social Security ...