Yields on Treasury bills set to mature in July and August have been climbing, reflecting growing concerns the U.S.

I find that carrying a balance for more than six consecutive months significantly increases the likelihood of missing a future debt payment (Chart 3). The impact is significantly more pronounced for ...

But it’s important to understand why just making minimum payments on a credit card will keep you trapped in a cycle of debt. Credit card minimum monthly payment formulas vary by issuer ...

As long as you carry a balance, the total interest you’ll pay on your credit card will continue to grow, making it even harder to get out of debt. The chart below illustrates how long it will take to ...

Debt or day care? We spoke to millennial moms who are trying to figure out if they can afford another baby.

For those with "low incomes and high levels of debt," another option may be an income-driven hardship plan, said Experian. Similar to a payment plan, this can divide your balance "into smaller ...