Americans suffer high amounts of consumer debt, primarily revolving credit card debt. In February 2025, the average credit card debt per American was $6,455, up $194 from a year ago. However, that ...

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — For many families, credit card debt is a huge source of stress and when the bills keep piling up, it might seem like there’s no way out. But before you lose hope, you may ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Americans owe more than one trillion dollars of credit card debt. Memphis is home to the highest rate of severe credit card delinquency among young adults, according to Federal ...

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — A local organization is helping families get out of debt and stop living paycheck to paycheck. Hope of Glory Ministries’ “Community Co-op” program is not about a handout; it ...