Articles on Debt Management

4 Ways to Make Debt Repayment Fun

Paying off debt can be fun — yes, fun — with just a little bit of creative thinking and some basic gamification.

Credit card debt isn't just a burden — it's a real danger to your finances.

Discouraged because you didn't meet a credit card payoff goal? Don't get down on yourself — get back to bringing those balances down.

Credit card debt is a tough cycle to break. If you're making these mistakes, it's only going to get tougher.

Are you toeing the line of too much debt? These warning signs say so.

The holidays should be about family and fun and celebration — not about acquiring debt. Here's how to enjoy the former while avoiding the latter.

Student loan debt is clearly a major financial burden for recent grads, but is it as bad as other kinds of debt?

We're helping a reader get control of her debt and the rest of her finances. Read her story and find out how far she's come already!

You know you shouldn't use a credit card to pay for an emergency. But what if that's your only choice?

Nobody wants to return home from vacation to a giant credit card bill. We'll help you avoid vacation debt altogether.

Debt's a burden at any age. For retirees on fixed or reduced income, it can feel especially heavy.

You've probably heard that retiring with debt is a costly mistake. But is it really the end of the world?

Facing debt can be overwhelming. Where do you start? These simple steps will start you on the path to repayment.

Attention, freelancers! If you live on a variable income, it's time to rethink your debt payment strategy.

You have secured debt, and you have unsecured debt. Do you know the difference? It's time to learn.

Debt settlement companies make a pretty convincing pitch, but beware: They just might leave you worse off.

If you recently graduated college, there's a good chance you recently got that first student loan bill. Lost? We've got you covered.

You might think that any debt repayment strategy is a good one — but these wrong moves could leave you worse off. Don't try this at home!

Does your high-interest debt count as an "emergency?" Well, yes, but not one worth draining your entire emergency fund.

It's a finance question for the ages: Should you save for retirement, or pay off credit card debt? Find out what the math says.