Renting with bad credit can pose real challenges, but you can still take certain steps to gain approval. Discover how to get an apartment with bad credit.

A credit score indicates to lenders how likely you are to repay a debt. Learn about credit score ranges, the factors that affect your credit score and more.

Equifax®, Experian™ and TransUnion® are the three main credit bureaus. Learn how they differ and how to check your credit report from each bureau.

Bad debt occurs when a debtor can't repay a loan from a company or individual. Learn how bad debt should be handled and how a bad debt tax write-off works.

Has a fake debt collector contacted you saying you owe them money? Find tips for spotting and avoiding debt collector scams so your bank account remains intact.

Knowing your credit score can help you understand and protect your financial health. Learn how to get your free credit score from the major credit bureaus.

If you’re behind on paying your debts, a debt management plan may help. See what you should know about a debt management program for controlling your balances.

The statute of limitations for debt collection is typically 3 – 6 years but varies by state and debt. Learn more about time-barred debt and what to do with it.

Does bankruptcy clear all your debts? Not quite. Learn which debts bankruptcy can and can't discharge and the long-term financial impact of a bankruptcy filing.

Wondering if you’re carrying more debt than your peers? Learn about the average debt by age and find out what you can do to improve your financial situation.

Do you have no credit history? That's not always a problem. Creditors may approve you for a credit card. Use our guide to getting a credit card with no credit.

The most common types of bankruptcies are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, although others are sometimes available. Learn about the different types of bankruptcy.

Thinking about getting another credit card but not sure it’s the right decision? Learn how many credit cards you should have and whether you can have too many.

Creditors can’t garnish Social Security benefits to cover unpaid debts, except in rare cases. Learn about when debt collectors can garnish Social Security.

Want to know how to increase your credit limit? Find strategies for getting your request approved, plus learn about the pros and cons of a higher credit limit.

The avalanche method focuses on paying off high-interest debts first. See how the aval...

A debt validation letter is a letter that debt collectors send out to prove you owe them money. Learn more about these letters and what to do if you get one.

Wondering how to get a credit card for the first time? Read our step-by-step guide to find out how to apply for a credit card quickly and easily.