Despite the federal uncertainty, California residents have additional protections. A bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2024 ...

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Americans suffer high amounts of consumer debt, primarily revolving credit card debt. In February 2025, the average credit card debt per American was $6,455, up $194 from a year ago. However, that ...

A provision that made student-loan forgiveness tax-free is expiring in 2026. It could put borrowers on the hook for thousands ...

Economic factors, like inflation and potential tariffs, have put financial pressure on Americans, forcing many to turn to credit cards for help. Credit card balances are now at record highs, and with ...

Achieve is a digital personal finance company founded in 2002 and based in San Mateo, California. Unlike traditional debt relief companies, Achieve offers a more comprehensive suite of tools, ...

Tens of thousands of Los Angeles County residents will learn that their medical debt is being relieved, “no strings attached,” officials say, to ease low-income Angelenos’ financial burdens. The ...

Learn more about our top picks for the best tax relief companies, based on real, verified reviews from customers in California on ConsumerAffairs. Priority Tax Relief stands out in California for its ...

No one, including wealthy Hollywood celebrities, is immune to debt. Many celebrities have shared stories of debt and other financial struggles, including massive overspending, bankruptcy, and ...

While millions of Americans owe the IRS money in back taxes, some unfortunately owe a lot more than others. Take this 33-year-old California man, for example. His dire situation, in which he owes ...