Taking on still more debt in pursuit of a goal can sometimes make sense. Here’s when.

When struggling with debt, it's tempting to use your retirement savings to help pay off outstanding balances. However, there may be penalties, taxes and other drawbacks. Before using your 401(k) ...

Home equity loans and HELOCs have lower interest rates than credit cards, encouraging some homeowners to use them to pay off ...

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Debt levels in the U.S. are climbing higher than ever, and the strain is being felt across millions of households. Borrowers are carrying larger balances overall in terms of their debt loads, and ...

Weigh the pros and cons to decide if debt consolidation is right for your situation.

Nobody ever said debt was fun and it’s not. It’s emotionally and financially stressful, especially when you find yourself in an endless cycle of trying to pay it off. But that doesn’t mean you should ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Many of us are feeling a little extra strapped for cash after the holiday season. This month, we’re helping you get financially fit — starting with everyone’s favorite ...

A 32-year-old with $45,000 in non-mortgage debt recently called into The Ramsey Show to ask: “Would it be smart for me to ...

You might know that panicky feeling when your phone displays a number from an unknown caller. Most times, you send it ...