There are many reasons why credit card interest rates are high. Here's what to know (and what to do in response).

If credit card debt has you feeling stressed, you’re not alone. Many families are struggling to keep up and it can feel like you’ll never get ahead. The good news is, there are ways to take back ...

Even if credit card interest isn't capped, cardholders have more power than they think, consumer advocates say.

The first step, consumer finance experts say, is to ask your card issuer to reduce the rate. And with average balances now $6,500, consider using your tax refund to put a dent in the debt.

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There’s been a big uptick in consumer debt this spring. The Federal Reserve reports that consumer credit in April rose by nearly $18 billion, or 4.3% on an annualized basis. That was a lot more than ...