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 thinking of buying a house, you might hear the phrase “caveat emptor.” See what it means for real estate buyers and learn about caveat emptor states.

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.

Personal finance management (PFM) is a term used to describe software that can help users better manage their finances. Learn more about PFM and how it works.

Ready to start investing in rental properties? Use our guide to navigate the process of buying an investment property and what to consider as a beginner.

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.

Discretionary income is the money left over after you pay your taxes and necessary expenses. Use our guide to learn how to calculate discretionary income.

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

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.

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.

The pandemic reminded us that frenzied demand and interrupted supply chains can send prices upward. Learn what inflation is and find out if we need to worry.

Are you looking for easy ways to save money each month? Check out our guide to learn some of the best ways to save money and achieve your monthly savings goals.