From your head to your feet, these are key attributes you can hone to help manage your credit wisely

If a collector calls wanting payment on a very old debt that you don’t remember, odds are that you are being scammed

Nevada is still king, and Georgia jumps Tennessee in bankruptcies per capita. Indiana, Colorado and Utah all jump up in the rankings, while Tennessee and Michigan see small decreases.

Those who owe on credit cards, other loans were often soaked, federal agency says in banning upfront fees for debt settlement

Responsibility for debt after the debtor’s death comes down to who signed the contract and what state they’re in

This hard-to-get credit card, with its unusual black appearance and hefty metal weight, does more than ensure access to airport lounges

Credit card interest rates increased following Chase’s adjustment of a card offer.

Online gambling may make a comeback: A law that would permit it passed a House panel, but credit cards are still barred from the poker table

A son who did major damage to his father’s credit wants to make things right. Our expert gives advice on how to get his credit — and his relationship with his dad — back on track.

Think a thief won’t look in your Bible, freezer or underwear drawer for credit cards? It’s time to find more creative hiding places.