Getting into debt is easy. It's getting out of debt that's the tricky part. Unfortunately, many people who would like to eliminate their debt shoot themselves in the foot by making bone-headed mistakes that actually compound their debt problems.

If your credit is great, or even just in fairly decent shape, you may regularly receive offers for credit card balance transfers in the mail. But whether or not you should accept a balance transfer deal depends on many factors.

Two new studies suggest that your mental state - specifically being distracted and experiencing stress - can have a serious, negative impact on your finances. The following tips can help you cope with extreme financial stress.

There are plenty of ways you can save money and strategies you can use that will greatly improve your economic situation for the rest of 2011 and beyond. But it may involve taking a close look at some of your spending and saving habits.

A billion dollars in unwanted American dollar coins sits in specially-made vaults the size of soccer fields in Texas and Baltimore and other undisclosed locations. But why are they just sitting there?

If you've been racking up credit card rewards, summer is the perfect time to use them. In fact, a new survey suggests that more Americans plan to do just that -- cashing in their credit card rewards as a money-savvy way to enjoy everything from quick weekend getaways to extended overseas vacations -- during the summer months.

If you're like the typical American, you probably have dozens of household appliances that you routinely leave plugged in even when they're not actively being used. But did you know that even when they're turned off, they can cost you money?

Whether you've lost your job, are carrying an excessive amount of credit card debt, or have big medical bills and are dealing with mounting debt, you may have considered filing for bankruptcy to get a fresh start with your finances. But here are a few common mistakes that can cause your filing to be rejected.

If your credit reports are riddled with numerous late payments, it probably comes as no surprise that you'll have a tougher time getting a loan than someone with perfect credit. But what about those with decent credit ratings? Here are three red flags that you too should steer clear of.

Breaking up is always hard to do. But just because your life has been upended by a divorce or separation, it doesn't mean your finances have to suffer, too. Here are seven financial mistakes you must avoid once you decide to end a marriage.