If you’re feeling stressed about debt or unsure how to get your finances under control, you’re not alone. Millions of people struggle with money management, missed payments or mounting credit card ...

Americans now owe nearly $5 trillion in non-housing debt, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a sum that’s increased more than 60% over the past decade. As our debt has grown, so has ...

The idea of “credit counseling” tends to evoke negative emotions and stress. After all, if you’re receiving counseling about your finances, you might think that the fewer people who know about it, the ...

After an initial evaluation, a counselor will advise you on the best course of action to tackle your debt, whether you need general personal finance advice, bankruptcy counseling or something else.

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...