Credit & Debt
News, insights and expert analysis on credit & debt from the team at Kiplinger.
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Social Security Garnishment Rules: What Retirees Need to KnowDo you know who can garnish your monthly Social Security benefit? Or take the funds from your bank account? Learn how to protect your benefits from creditors.
By Donna LeValley
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4 Ways to Make Debt Your Friend Instead of Your FrenemyDebt can actually be a helpful tool, provided you understand the difference between good debt and bad debt and use it to optimize your financial strategy.
By Meagan Dow, CFA®, CFP®
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Costco's Auto Program: Can Membership Pricing Really Save You Money on a Car?Costco's Auto Program can simplify the car-buying process with prearranged pricing and member perks. Here's what to know before you use it.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Use Home Equity to Help With Your Long-Term GoalsHomeowners are increasingly using their home equity, through products like HELOCs and home equity loans, as a financial resource for managing debt, funding renovations and more.
By Jon Giles
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Financial Advice from America's Founding FathersKiplinger presents timeless personal finance wisdom from the Founding Fathers, echoing much of our own advice.
By Sarah Smith
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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
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What Is a Good Credit Score?Having a good credit score can save you hundreds, even thousands of dollars on credit cards, mortgages and other loans.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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6 Financially Savvy Power Moves for Women in 2026Don't let the day-to-day get in the way of long-term financial planning. Here's how to get organized — including a reminder to dream big about your future.
By Mary Ware, CFP®, CIMA®, CDFA®
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What to Watch for When Refinancing Your Home MortgageA smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals.
By Paige Cerulli
