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Parents are going into deeper credit card debt to cover back-to-school expenses
With summer wrapping up shortly, parents are outfitting their children for the new school year. But American households are struggling to afford back-to-school items such…
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A Fed pause likely won’t help struggling consumers
The Federal Reserve is expected to pause hiking interest rates at the conclusion of Wednesday’s meeting marking the end to…
New credit card bill targeting Visa-Master card ‘duopoly’ triggers lobbying onslaught
A bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, is pushing legislation that would significantly reform the credit…
Best rewards credit cards and how points can be redeemed for travel, cash back or gift cards
Everyone has bills to pay, but why not get some money back for those expenses? That’s where rewards credit cards…
Many Americans eye buy now, pay later to gain more financial flexibility: Survey
Most Americans want financial flexibility when it comes to financing major life milestones and many are considering buy now, pay…
Household debt hit record $17T last quarter as inflation squeezes Americans
Americans racked up more debt at the beginning of 2023 – and a growing number of households fell behind on…
Credit card debt set to hit $1T as chronic inflation crushes Americans
Americans are drowning in credit card debt as chronic inflation makes the cost of everyday necessities more expensive. The New…
How and when you should check your credit scores
Your credit score tells the story of your financial life and monitoring that score is important. "Your credit score is…
Inflation may add to what you’ll spend this Mother’s Day
Rising inflation may add to what you'll spend on gifts this Mother's Day, according to recent surveys. Overall prices for…
Here’s why consumers’ credit scores got a boost in March: Report
Consumer credit improved as borrowers made on-time payments and reduced debt balances in March, a recent report by VantageScore said. Rising…
Proposed credit card late fee reduction could cost some consumers more, surveys say
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has said it wants to change how much consumers are charged late fees, but…
The pros and cons of buy now, pay later
You may be asked whether you want to opt into a buy now, pay later opportunity when you purchase something…
5 smart ways to consolidate credit card debt, and 5 you should never do
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
Walmart sues Capital One in credit card brawl
Walmart has filed a lawsuit against credit card partner Capital One. In a Friday filing in the U.S. District Court…
Should you ask your credit card issuer for a credit limit increase? Here are the pros and cons
Asking your issuer for a credit card limit increase is relatively easy to request, and most experts say if you…
Apple Pay Later launches after a six-month delay
Apple on Tuesday announced a soft launch of its long-awaited buy now, pay later (BNPL) service option for Apple Wallet. The company…
Credit card debt prevents nearly 20% of Americans from becoming homeowners
As Americans deal with high inflation and a heated housing market, growing credit card debt poses a major barrier to…
Banks plan payment wallet to compete with PayPal, Apple Pay
Big banks are teaming up to launch a digital wallet that people can use to shop online. Wells Fargo &…
Law enforcement seeing rise in card skimmer thefts
Tacoma, WA. - Next time you look over your monthly billing statement, keep an eye out for any unfamiliar charges.…