Half of Americans expect holiday debt — 6 steps to recover fast in the new year

Half of Americans expect holiday debt — 6 steps to recover fast in the new year

Between hosting dinners, buying gifts and travel, the holidays can get pretty expensive. And if you’re finding that your paycheck just doesn’t go as far as it once did, credit cards or personal loans may seem like the easiest way to extend your income to afford everything the holiday season demands. But come January 1, … Read more

5 last-minute ways to clear credit card debt before the new year, using everyday money tools

5 last-minute ways to clear credit card debt before the new year, using everyday money tools

If you’re *this close* to paying off your credit card balance and want to walk into the new year debt-free, there are a handful of small, but helpful, steps you can take in these last couple weeks you have left. Apart from winning the lottery or receiving a surprise inheritance, you may have to get … Read more