"Debt" Blogs & Blog Posts

A 28-year-old nonprofit manager told The Cut she's adding to her debt just to be a bridesmaid in her friend's wedding, which will cost around $3,200.

High interest rates are "corrosive" to the economy, Mark Zandi said, while others fear the impact of high borrowing costs on commercial mortgages.

Amanda Clayman, a financial therapist, was once $19,000 in debt. Being open about saving helped her save money and strengthen her relationships.

Cars used to have real bumpers on the outside, but now they have elaborately-molded ABS assemblies over them which crack if you look at them wrong and come packed with sensors and cameras and fragile wiring harnesses—all of which cost thousands of...

Key takeaways Unpaid debts and delinquent accounts can remain on your credit report for seven years. Sometimes, debts that are sold to collections remain on your credit report longer than they should. The seven-year clock begins with the original cr...

A woman is planning her dream wedding, but her fiancé is unemployed, so they can't afford any deposits. She used her tax refund to pay for vendors.

The US debt is skyrocketing to levels not seen since World War II. Here's how this looming financial crisis could impact you.