Credit & Debt

If the primary borrower defaults, the co-signer is on the hook for the payments.

You'll end up paying more than what you owe if you use plastic to cover your tax bill.

Make these moves to get your money matters in order.

The next time you need a loan, be sure to ask your credit union whether it will match a competitor's interest rate.

Your credit score is a key indicator of your financial well-being and of the risk you pose to lenders. The most common credit score, known as a FICO score, ...

It's National Consumer Protection Week. Are you taking the right steps to guard against identity theft?

If you’re deployed to a combat zone, the military offers financial incentives and protections.

Here's how to keep tabs on your credit history so that you can spot any errors.

Money is a common cause of conflict in relationships and, sadly, the reason that many couples split up. But money doesn’t have to wreak havoc on your ...

A new study found that one in four consumers identified errors on their reports that could affect their credit scores.

A host of smaller bureaus are collecting consumer data.

Card issuers are offering deals when you shop at select retailers or buy certain items.

Businesses can now charge customers who use a Visa or MasterCard an extra fee. But will they?

Follow these steps to protect yourself from thieves who use devices to steal your credit and debit card information.

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Janet Bodnar explains why parents shouldn't get the latest celebrity-endorsed debit card for their kids.

The Better Business Bureau releases its annual list of the worst schemes that aimed to steal people's money or identity.

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

A Web site that rewards members for saving and paying down debt has launched a no-spend challenge with a chance to win cash.

Consider these four things before signing up for a new card.

Having a bill in collection won't necessarily hurt your score.

It doesn't pay to go out on a limb with long-term loans and CDs.

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

New Year’s Eve is the deadline to make these six money-saving moves.

You can benefit all year from this collection of personal finance advice.

If you manage credit cards from retailers wisely, you can reap savings.

New cards offer lots of choices, but the fees can be tricky.

If you carry a balance, a no-fee card with a 0% introductory rate may be right for you. Otherwise, consider a rewards card.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the new federal watchdog agency, will help people resolve their issues with the credit bureaus.

Considering living with your significant other? Make sure you’re both on the same page financially before signing on the dotted line.

You can now pay your bills directly through one of our picks for best budgeting sites -- but it'll cost you.

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

If your bank doesn't offer these things, you might consider looking elsewhere.

Some customers of these two credit card issuers will receive money as a result of government enforcement actions.

Consider monitoring your own personal information to guard against fraud. Here's how.

The rate-rigging scandal could be a plus for borrowers.

When it comes to credit report errors, a new federal agency has your back.

Avoid going into debt to pay for holiday gifts by setting aside enough cash over the next two months.

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Don't be tricked into providing your credit card information to scammers.

A new service from Credit Sesame lets you see how your credit and debt compares with that of your peers.

Our solutions to 16 financial problems that tie you in knots.

Don’t be swayed by your school’s logo on the plastic.

Take a tally of what's in your wallet now so you'll be prepared if something happens to it.

Order your reports from the credit bureaus and follow these steps to correct any mistakes.

Follow these tips for getting your first credit card or car loan.

Follow these steps to ensure a smooth transition.

FICO isn’t the only number in town. The score that counts is the one your lender uses.

Many banks offer accounts with a no-minimum balance.

Consumers are borrowing cautiously and saving more.