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Are debt consolidation loans a good idea? More Americans are wondering as Fed raises rates
USA TODAY via Yahoo Finance· 2 years agoThere’s never a good time to have a lot of personal debt, but now would have to be one of the worst...
Pros and cons of debt consolidation: Is it a good idea?
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 2 weeks agoKey takeaways Debt consolidation may allow you to repay your debt faster and at a lower cost,...
Average credit score in the US climbs to 715 in 2023: Here's why that matters
Stacker via AOL· 5 months agoCanva The average FICO Score in the United States was 715 in 2023, according to Experian data,...
Pros and cons of debt consolidation
Bankrate via AOL· 4 months agoAmerican consumer debt — including mortgages, car loans, credit cards and student loans — reached $16.90 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2022,...
Capital One-Discover merger could put a bigger squeeze on credit card users, experts warn
NBC News via Yahoo Finance· 4 months agoCapital One’s $35.3 billion deal to buy Discover is a long way from being completed. But consumer...
Best credit counseling services
Bankrate via AOL· 2 months agoKey takeaways Credit counseling could be a viable option if you're struggling to repay your debt. Debt management plans, bankruptcy counseling, student...
Want a better credit card interest rate? Try smaller banks or credit unions
Bankrate via AOL· 3 months agoWith average credit card interest rates at an all-time high, snagging a lower rate could help reduce...
The best balance transfer credit cards with 0% APR for June 2024
Yahoo Personal Finance· 4 months agoWhen's the perfect time to work on your credit card debt? Now. 2024 presents an opportunity to forgo...
Do you have too much debt? Understanding your debt and getting help
Bankrate via AOL· 5 months agoKey takeaways You could be facing a debt problem if over 15 percent of your monthly gross income...
How to get a personal loan after bankruptcy
Yahoo Personal Finance· 6 months agoPersonal loans can be used for multiple purposes, including home improvements, debt consolidation and much more. But can you still access the financial...