If you’re like many Americans, you have a few bills that you’d like to pay down, but find handling them a challenge. A 2025 Wells Fargo Money Study found that 50% of Americans are uncomfortable with ...

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According to an Experian consumer debt study, the average debt of Americans in 2024, including mortgages, credit cards, and auto, personal and student loans was $105,056. Tackling thousands of dollars ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. Americans aren’t strangers to debt. The average consumer ...

This article was first published on NerdWallet.com. In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Steven Donovan and his ...

Managing debt can feel overwhelming at any age, but even more so as you get older or enter retirement. If you're looking at your credit card statements or loan payments and wondering about the best ...

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Debt repayment apps can reduce stress and help users understand their finances to make better decisions. Most debt payoff apps are free or have a low-cost version. Be sure to select a debt payoff app ...

Carrying debt can take an emotional and financial toll, so it’s best to pay it off as efficiently as possible. The snowball method has you getting rid of your smallest debts first. The avalanche ...