Credit & Debt
News, insights and expert analysis on credit & debt from the team at Kiplinger.
Latest
-
Should You Risk Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt?A HELOC or home equity loan could help you escape high credit card interest rates, but turning unsecured debt into debt backed by your home can be risky.
By Paige Cerulli
-
How to Pick Your Next Remodeling Project as Renovations BoomThinking about remodeling? Here's how to pick the right project and nab the best price.
By Beth Braverman
-
Is a Hidden Credit Report Error Costing You Thousands? Here’s How to Fix It.Here's how to protect your credit health when no one else wants to.
By Sean Jackson
-
Best Rewards Credit CardsThe best rewards credit cards provide generous perks on everyday purchases, helping you protect your money from rising prices. Here are Kiplinger's top picks.
By Sean Jackson
-
Which American Express Credit Card is Right for You?These three American Express cards offer different perks, perfect for the avid traveler, foodie and more.
By Sean Jackson
-
4 Money-Saving Tips for Car Shoppers in a Tough MarketThe Kiplinger Letter There aren't many deals to be had these days, but savvy buyers can still save a bit at the dealership if they know where there's room to negotiate.
By David Payne
The Kiplinger Letter -
15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in RetirementHere's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
-
What to Expect When Applying for a Mortgage Loanreal estate Before you can apply for a mortgage loan and buy your dream home, there's a good bit of preparation to be done.
By Erin Bendig
real estate -
A New Kind of HELOC Lets Homeowners Fund Remodels on Their TermsFinance home upgrades gradually, using the equity you already have.
By Carla Ayers
