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Consumer debt continues to climb

by Mitchell Hartman
Jun 7, 2016
Consumers are more willing to spend now and pay later — a sign of increasing confidence, and possibly recklessness as well.
Consumer credit surged to $3.59 trillion in March.
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Credit card debt soars to nearly $1 trillion

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer
May 20, 2016
Outstanding balances on credit cards have reached more than $951 billion.
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Credit scores, climate change and the presidential election

by Donna Tam
Mar 14, 2016
What does your credit score say about your political views?
Republican presidential candidate Ohio Gov. John Kasich speaks to supporters at a town hall meeting at Brilex Industries, Inc. on Monday in Youngstown, Ohio.
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American Express under pressure after low earnings report

by Mitchell Hartman
Jan 22, 2016
American Express is being squeezed by more demanding consumers and greater competition.
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How consumers deal with financial emergencies

by Sally Herships
Jan 6, 2016
A new study from Bankrate.com reveals how consumers face unexpected emergencies.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield will offer credit protection

by Molly Wood
Jul 20, 2015
Millions of customers will be able to opt in.
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Making credit more accessible — and less exclusive

by Eliza Mills
May 21, 2015
Changing FICO criteria may benefit renters and those with medical debt.
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The credit card delinquency rate is at a 7-year low

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer
Aug 26, 2014
Rates are actually "considerably lower" than before the recession hit.
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As banks prepare for end of draw, consumers should too

by Sabri Ben-Achour
Jul 1, 2014
HELOCs are coming due in the next two years - and the economy should take heed.
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Tidying up with financial spring cleaning

by Lizzie O'Leary
Apr 11, 2014
Some spring cleaning tips for your wallet, too.
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