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from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Mental health

Americans Now Have $1.21 Trillion of Credit Card Debt, the Highest on Record - 7 Ways to Make Sure You Don't Take on Too Much

from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Mental health

Americans Now Have $1.21 Trillion of Credit Card Debt, the Highest on Record - 7 Ways to Make Sure You Don't Take on Too Much

more#credit-cards
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Eat now, pay later' option on Deliveroo app raises concerns of running up debt

Klarna partners with Deliveroo, offering customers the ability to pay for food in installments.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

1.4 million consumers missed a credit payment in Q1, says Equifax report | CBC News

Consumer delinquency rates are rising due to economic uncertainty, influencing spending patterns and employment levels.
Younger consumers are particularly affected, with rising credit card delinquency rates.
#buy-now-pay-later
NYC startup
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

DoorDash will let users buy now, pay later for fast food, a possible worrying sign for the economy

DoorDash partners with Klarna to offer Buy Now, Pay Later for fast food purchases, reflecting BNPL's growing appeal among consumers.
NYC startup
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

DoorDash will let users buy now, pay later for fast food, a possible worrying sign for the economy

DoorDash partners with Klarna to offer Buy Now, Pay Later for fast food purchases, reflecting BNPL's growing appeal among consumers.
more#buy-now-pay-later
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

HELOC Balances Have Risen 27%-So Why Do Financial Advisers Agree It's Still the Best Option for Certain Homeowners?

U.S. consumer debt reached an all-time high of $18.2 trillion, with rising popularity of HELOCs amid inflation.
#california
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago
California

18% of California student loans are delinquent

Californians are better at paying student loans than the national average, with an 18% delinquency rate.
California
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

California bill-paying problems near 9-year high

California and national consumer debt statistics indicate rising bill-paying issues, with missed payments increasing to their highest levels in several years.
California
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

California bill-paying problems near 9-year high

California and national consumer debt statistics indicate rising bill-paying issues, with missed payments increasing to their highest levels in several years.
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fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

714 is typical Californian's credit score. How does that rank?

When averaged across two leading bureaus, Californians hold a credit score of 714, ranking 24th among the states, signaling acceptable borrowing potential.
California
#inflation
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Real estate

A Third of Americans Say Mortgage and Debt Are Unmanageable-They Need These 5 Tips

fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Real estate

A Third of Americans Say Mortgage and Debt Are Unmanageable-They Need These 5 Tips

more#inflation
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Did You Know Consumer Debt Has Reached an All-Time High?

Americans' personal finance struggles are deepening as consumer debt hits record levels, paralleling a growing national budget deficit.
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Bilt's credit card now lets you pay your student loans with points

"By enabling members to redeem Bilt Points toward student loan payments, we're addressing a critical financial need while continuing to differentiate our program as offering the most valuable and flexible points currency in the industry."
NYC startup
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

AOC wants to cap your credit card interest at 10%. A chart shows how current rates dwarf that amount.

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez's proposed bill seeks to cap credit card interest rates at 10% to alleviate consumer debt burdens amid rising financial strains.
#economy
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Recession Could Be Coming: 5 Strong Buy High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Will Still Outperform

The economy faces potential recession risks with troubling employment data and rising consumer debt, while some sectors remain resilient.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Recession Could Be Coming: 5 Strong Buy High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Will Still Outperform

The economy faces potential recession risks with troubling employment data and rising consumer debt, while some sectors remain resilient.
more#economy
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Gap widens between financially stable Canadians and those struggling with debt, says report | CBC News

Many Canadians are struggling with consumer debt due to rising interest rates and increased living costs.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago

California bill-paying problems near 9-year high

California's bill-paying problems are increasing as consumer debt statistics reveal rising late payments, signaling financial stress even amid a seemingly robust economy.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

I have $35k in a Roth, $41k in debt. $27k is from an offroad UTV I regret getting. What are my options?

Financial mistakes offer learning opportunities to avoid future pitfalls.
Impulse purchases can lead to considerable consumer debt and derail financial stability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 months ago

Splitero expands its home equity investments to five new states

Splitero empowers homeowners to access their equity without incurring debt, addressing rising living costs and high consumer debt levels.
fromAxios
6 months ago

Consumer stress is on the rise

Consumer financial health is deteriorating, as evidenced by rising credit card minimum payments and auto repossessions.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
11 months ago

Sports gambling is taking a toll on Americans' finances

Sports betting negatively impacts the financial health of some Americans, particularly low-income individuals and young men, leading to lower credit scores and increased risk of bankruptcy.
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