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Schwab MoneyWise: Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
Certain types of debt can be used as financial tools to provide opportunities, such as a mortgage or a student loan. But even though a particular type of debt seems to work in your favor, it may not be the right choice.
To make smart decisions about if, when and how much to borrow, you need to understand how to manage debt and make it work for you.
Debt that can work for you
To work for you, debt should ideally be low-cost and have potential tax advantages. Here are two types of debt that can work for you and…
How a good economy can lead to bad debt
When it comes to the U.S. economy, there’s good and bad news. The good news is that we’re at almost full employment, and consumers are feeling confident about their ability to maintain a stable income and make large purchases. The bad news? That confidence may be misplaced, since U.S. consumers’ credit card debt is at …
Beginners Guide to Good and Bad Debt
Good debt. Bad debt. It's all just pledging future labor to repay a loan.
Good Debt, Bad Debt: How to Tell the Difference
Inflation is the bane of wealth accumulation. Over time, it reduces buying power. This is why people, especially retirees, are always searching for ways to keep inflation from whittling away at their money.
What's the Difference Between Good and Bad Debt? The Answer May Surprise You
Good debt is an investment of money that grows in value.
The surprising debts that are holding many Americans back
Credit card debt and student loans aren’t the only culprits
Bad debt worries have hospitals taking earlier steps to avoid problems
As patients are forced to pay a bigger share of their medical bills, bad debt will remain a concern for providers—even as more Americans gain insurance coverage under healthcare reform.
Veterans Stuck in Debt Traps Need More than Lip Service
Our nation has a long way to go to protect those defending our homeland. Stopping the damage of high-cost credit is an important first step.
Until debt do us part: When shared bills outlast the relationship
Couples who consolidated their student loans are stuck with each other’s debt, even after a divorce.
Student Loan Debt Doesn’t Have to Stop Retirement Savings
Paying down student loan debt is hard enough without worrying about saving for retirement.
Why Millions of Us Will Carry Debt to Our Graves
More Americans than ever expect their debts to outlive them
10 Mistakes People Make When Trying to Get Out of Debt
Not asking for help and not knowing how to do a budget are two of the 10 mistakes people often make when they trying to get themselves out of debt.
Top 4 Benefits of Tackling Debt
Overwhelmed with debt? Apprisen's Debt Management Program may be for you. No loans, just debt repayment options. Get the help & guidance from a certified Fin...
This Is What Happens to Your Debt When You Die
We asked an expert to explain where all that debt really goes when you pass away—and how to handle it beforehand.
How to Stay Debt-Free
If there's anything that's as important as getting out of debt, it's staying out of debt. And the first step toward staying out of debt is to fully understand your current financial situation, and establish some goals on how you want to spend your money. It might sound like an overwhelming task, but it helps to take small steps. Start by reflecting on your values and what is truly important to you. Then, using this information, write down the goals you would like…
What You Need to Know About Debt Consolidation
If you’re carrying around a lot of debt, the number of payments and the various interest rates you have can…
The story of how this physician got into debt
That’s how I got into debt. What’s your story? How did you get into debt?
How to dig out from under student debt pile
College students are leaving campus deeper in debt than their peers did just a decade ago. So how can they pay it all back?
