The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace and has shown no signs of slowing down in 2026 despite the growing criticism of massive levels of government spending. The national debt, which ...

In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt using a combination of commitment, budgeting and smart financial choices. Their stories may even inspire you to pay off your ...

Financial strain is a growing concern for more Americans. Inflation has remained burdensome for months, and 29% of Americans say the increased cost of living is the most important financial problem ...

If you’re wondering how to get out of debt, you’re not alone — according to data from Experian, the average American is $105,000 in debt. Whether your debt is from student loans, credit cards, ...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the federal government is at risk of running out of room to make good on all of its payment obligations on time as soon as May or June. “We are going to ...