Debt Management
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Key takeaways Before paying a debt in collections, verify that it’s both legitimate and…
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Debt doesn’t just weigh on your finances, it can weigh on your sense of…
By Julie Jaggernath and Garrett Johnson Many people only glance at their credit card bill to see the total they…
Smart Shopping for School Supplies and Clothes Buy only the essentials immediately, and purchase remaining items as last year’s supplies…
Photography by Getty Images; Illustration by Bankrate Debt avoidance is the habit of refusing to consider or engage with borrowing…
Affordable Summer Party Ideas for Fun and Flair on a Budget When it comes to affordable summer party ideas, the…
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Bankrate When you’re working hard to build financial security, deciding to spend thousands of…
How to Support a Partner With Debt – Ask Them: Are You Open to Advice or Support? Not everyone wants…
Key takeaways Using a personal loan to pay off credit card debt could be a smart move if you can…
3. Take Advantage of Your Bank’s Protection Services Many banks and credit card companies offer valuable tools to help protect…
An increase of $125 each month means either changing your spending habits, finding additional income, or increasing your reliance on…
Americans are more burdened by debt than ever before. According to Bankrate’s 2025 Credit Card Debt Report, 48 percent of…