3 credit card debt consolidation strategies worth considering now
You have lots of debt consolidation solutions to consider, but some could make more sense than others now.
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2 smart credit card debt forgiveness strategies to use (and 2 to avoid)
Some credit card debt relief strategies may be a better bet than others, especially right now.
4 things home equity borrowers should remember in 2025
Prospective home equity loan and HELOC borrowers should keep these four critical items in mind this year.
3 long-term CD mistakes to avoid right now
Long-term CDs can still be advantageous for savers now, as long as they avoid making these three costly mistakes.
What's a good HELOC interest rate in 2025?
HELOC interest rates just hit an 18-month low. Here's what can be considered a good rate at the start of 2025.
Who qualifies for the IRS hardship program?
This program can pause IRS collection activities temporarily, but it won't be the right option for everyone.
What's the HELOC and home equity loan interest rate forecast for 2025?
Home equity is at an all-time high, but what will happen with these borrowing rates this year? Experts weigh in.
Why mortgage rates are still high despite the Fed rate cuts
Mortgage rates have climbed nearly 1% higher since the Fed began cutting rates. Here's why that's happened.
Are 1-ounce gold bars liquid assets?
Liquidity matters when you're determining what assets to add to your portfolio — and that includes precious metals.
5 reasons your credit card debt consolidation loan was denied
If your debt consolidation application was rejected, it could have been due to one of these common issues.
Borrowed home equity in 2024? Don't forget this big tax benefit.
As tax documents for 2024 start to trickle in, home equity borrowers should remember this major tax benefit.
Should you open a long-term CD before the January Fed meeting?
A long-term CD offers unique benefits to savers now. But should they rush to open one before the next Fed meeting?
Why a home equity loan is better than a credit card now
Homeowners may be better served by borrowing their home equity instead of swiping a credit card now. Here's why.
What credit counseling can (and can't) do to help with your debt
Before you take advantage of credit counseling, it may help to know what outcomes you can expect.
Will mortgage rates fall below 6% in 2025? What experts say
Rates could fall that low, but certain conditions must play out for that to happen this year, experts say.