Managing Debt

Whether you are looking to consolidate credit card debt or are looking for complete debt relief, get the advice and tools you need to manage your debt.

Debt Basics

Do you have too much debt?

Relying on credit and ever-increasing balances are signs you may have too much debt.

7 min read

Unsecured vs. secured debt

Knowing the difference will help you decide which types of loans work best for you.

6 min read

Latest Articles

Pay student loans with retirement savings?

Take our economics refresher before repaying student loans using your 401(k) or IRA.

3 min read Mar 26, 2012
Rich man’s old debts won’t hurt new loan

Check your credit score to ensure financial skeletons don’t derail plans to buy a rental property.

3 min read Oct 31, 2011
Set strict contract terms for family loans

Don’t let freeloading kids slide on a family loan. Make them pay it off with interest.

3 min read Sep 20, 2011
My girlfriend forged my name on $19K loan

When your significant other commits fraud, get legal and relationship advice.

3 min read May 19, 2011