The average American now holds more than six figures worth of debt. Between auto loans, credit cards, mortgages, and other types of loans the typical amount of consumer debt is up to $103,358. But it doesn’t have to be the norm.
The articles in this section are tailored for everyday folks who want to achieve financial freedom. Read below to learn more. You can find more tips and resources to get out of all kinds of consumer debts.
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Like so many Americans, office workers have faced some serious financial challenges during the pandemic. This guide helps workers make a strategic plan to budget and pay off debt, including…
A reader’s been diligently paying off her bills, but she just can’t catch up. Here are her options.
A reader can pay off his old debts, but he’s wondering if it’s better not to.
A reader doesn’t want to go into collections, so timing is everything.
Four Debt.com readers asked our experts how to navigate debt in their relationships. Read their advice so you can apply it to your own love life.
Swim to shore with debt repayment apps that help you pay off debt faster.
The Debt Free Guys ditched the wintery snowball and avalanche methods for a cowboy-themed combo of multiple debt repayment strategies.
The federal government comes up with an answer – and as usual, it’s complicated
Use these unique tips to lower your debt repayments.
Starting with, what is it and how does it work?
This process will help you decide how to use that money wisely to reach your financial goals.
This webinar has info that will help you keep debt to a minimum while searching for a new job, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 economic downturn.
Learn about debt, budgeting, and other personal finance topics at your own pace. Curated and presented by experts, these webinars are ideal for DIYers.
The Budget Mom’s methods saved Tiffany from her credit card debt. Then, she got to meet her.
Get rid of your medical debt faster and protect your credit through medical debt consolidation. There are a couple different types, so pick the one that best fits your needs.