Even in a favorable economy, owing $30,000 in debt can feel overwhelming. But it's even harder in a challenging economy with elevated interest costs. That's especially the case now, with average ...

Several different strategies can help you get out of credit card debt — from payoff plans like the avalanche and snowball methods to consolidation products like balance transfer credit cards and ...

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Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) have lower interest rates than credit cards. That can lead some homeowners to use them to pay down large credit card bills. But this method ...

Learn the best strategies for whittling down what you owe, depending on how much debt you have. This page includes information about these cards, currently unavailable on NerdWallet. The information ...

A new report finds that people are spending more on their cards and paying down less. Financial experts offer tips for reducing that debt, starting with looking at your spending habits. By Ann Carrns ...