Credit card debt hits record high

3 things to say (and 3 not to) when asking for credit card debt forgiveness
Here are three key things to say when attempting to settle your debt: "I want to take responsibility for this debt an
Credit card debt hit a record $1.21 trillion — here's why 'no one should be surprised,' expert says
Collectively, Americans now owe a record $1.21 trillion on their credit cards, according to a new quarterly report on household debt from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Credit card balances jumped by $45 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024, driven in part by holiday spending, and are now 7.3% higher than a year ago.
One-third of Americans have more credit card debt than emergency savings: Survey
A new survey from Bankrate revealed that 33 percent of U.S. adults have more credit card debt than emergency savings. That number is down from 36 percent in 2024 and 2023.
Credit card debt hits a new record high: 3 ways to tackle yours now
Credit card debt has skyrocketed in recent months, and if you're carrying a balance, it's time to fix the issue.
Credit card debt hits record high, but help is available | What you need to know
A new report shows Americans have more than 1.2 trillion in credit card debt. One nonprofit says they have resources to help.
Would you date someone with credit card debt? Here's what Americans say
A new survey reveals how Americans view credit card debt in relationships, with some saying it's a dealbreaker and others setting financial limits.
Americans' credit card debt reaches new record high: New York Federal Reserve
Americans' household debt is at a new all-time high $18.04 trillion, according to a report released Thursday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
This Week In Credit Card News: Credit Card Debt Still At Record Levels
The latest quarterly figures show that credit card debt hit another record level . getty. Americans Struggle With Record Credit Card Debt U.S. credit card debt reached a record $1
Credit-card debt hit record $1.21 trillion after unusual holiday unptick in 2024
Credit-card debt in the U.S. hit another record after an unusually-high increase following the holidays. Debt from credit cards reached $1.21 trillion i
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Bankruptcy is a serious decision with long-lasting consequences. Before taking that step, explore these six alternatives.
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