Debt consolidation and debt resolution both offer relief from high-rate debt, but there are big differences, too.

On May 1, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois ordered the former owner of a now-defunct debt-relief company to pay over $43 million in restitution and penalties. The order ...

The term "debt relief" or "debt resolution" generally refers to several ways you might restructure debt to make it more affordable. Debt relief options include debt consolidation, debt management, ...

On May 22, 2025, the FTC filed a proposed stipulated ord er in the District Court for the Middle District of Florida to resolve allegations that several individuals and the student loan debt relief ...

When a debt is discharged, it can impact what you owe, but the process and outcome aren't always straightforward.

The White House is moving quickly to deliver student debt relief to millions of American borrowers, shifting a process that ...

When it comes to getting debt-free, the right strategy can make all the difference. There are a lot of potential tools and resources that could help you take control of your finances and find debt ...

Americans suffer high amounts of consumer debt, primarily revolving credit card debt. In February 2025, the average credit card debt per American was $6,455, up $194 from a year ago. However, that ...

Debt settlement and bankruptcy are drastic solutions for serious financial problems. Most consumers who qualify for Chapter 7 are better off choosing bankruptcy. Debt settlement can be a better option ...