Trying to settle your credit card debt? Watch these 4 red flags
Knowing the warning signs of illegitimate debt settlement companies can help you avoid scams and save money.
Watch CBS News
Tim Maxwell is a freelance writer who covers investing, real estate, banking, credit education and other personal finance topics. Tim began his career as a broadcast journalist, covering breaking news events, conducting on-camera interviews and editing news packages for viewers. He later worked in various digital media roles for 20th Century Fox and NBC/Universal film studios. Tim's financial articles have been published in over 20 major media outlets, including CBS News, Newsweek, Bankrate and Fox Business. He earned a degree in mass communications from Fresno State University.
Knowing the warning signs of illegitimate debt settlement companies can help you avoid scams and save money.
Credit card debt could make it difficult to get favorable mortgage rates or afford your monthly payments.
Homeowners have an average of over $300,000 in home equity right now, which could climb even higher in 2025.
If you're looking to take advantage of higher yields, you might want to open a CD account before the holidays.
Gold can benefit your portfolio in many ways, but it's important to understand these critical mistakes first.
There are a few events in November that could help push home equity borrowing rates lower, experts say.
Home equity loans could decline in November, but that isn't the only feasible possibility, experts say.
Mortgage rates are poised to fluctuate in November, but in what direction? Here's what to know now.
Fixed-rate HELOCs are a good option for many homeowners — but consider the current rate environment beforehand.
Credit card debt forgiveness doesn't come without tax implications. Here's what to consider first.
If you're a senior, you should review your insurance policies and needs to ensure your coverage is adequate.
The Federal Reserve doesn't set mortgage rates, but its interest rate decisions may influence them.
Interest rates on credit cards and loans may begin to drop. So should borrowers still use debt relief services?
Shopping and comparing the best mortgage lenders can help you find the most favorable rates and terms.
Short-term CDs can help savers earn higher rates this fall while stashing away funds for financial goals.