Why Nearly 2 in 5 Americans Have a Side Hustle
Almost 40% of Americans have a side hustle, according to a new LendingTree survey, and 61% of those who have one say their life would be unaffordable without it. Our 2025 survey explores how many […]
These 10 Grocery Store Foods Increased The Most Over The Last Year
It cost 5.7% more to buy a typical basket of groceries in January than a month earlier, according to a LendingTree analysis of 32 commonly purchased items. Prices are 3.3% higher than three months ago […]
Just How Much Are Americans Spending on the Big Game This Year?
Almost a third of Americans who plan to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl say they’ll spend less on the big game this year — far higher than those […]
Have Medical Debt? So Does Over Half of America
More than half of Americans have incurred medical debt in the past — including 27% who still have it, according to a new LendingTree survey. Even worse, half of those who’ve taken on medical debt […]
These Are the Best & Worst Airports for Holiday Travel in the US
Nearly 1 in every 4 flights departing during the winter holiday travel season over the past decade was delayed, according to a LendingTree analysis. However, the airports with the worst delay rates aren’t from the […]
Over a Third of Americans Considering Buy Now, Pay Later as the Holidays Start This Year
More than 1 in 3 consumers (35%) say they’re at least considering using a buy now, pay later (BNPL) loan this month, the highest percentage since September 2023, according to the November 2024 LendingTree BNPL […]
76% of Americans Struggle Paying Bills Because of Inflation. Could This One Tip Help Make Things Easier?
More than 3 in 4 Americans say inflation and the economy are making it harder for them to afford their bills, according to a new LendingTree survey. And 40% of Americans say they’re less able […]
Football Fans May be Shaking Off Taylor Swift But Not Debt For Fall Games
More than half of American adults will spend money on football as a fan this fall, according to LendingTree’s 2024 Football Spending Report. And about half of those who will spend money say they may […]
People in these states have the most credit card debt
Americans have an absolute mountain of credit card debt in 2022 — $887 billion, to be exact. This credit card debt statistics page tracks Americans’ credit card use each month. We update this page regularly, looking […]
The places where Americans have the most 5-figure credit card debt
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More than 80% of Americans plan post-vaccination splurge
As COVID-19 vaccinations continue across the nation, bringing hope to millions that an end to the pandemic is on the horizon, more than 8 in 10 Americans who plan to get vaccinated say they’re planning […]
How to tell if your credit card can make contactless payments
Do you know what the top-right symbol on this credit card means? If you don’t, you’re not alone. That wave-like symbol means that the card can be used to make contactless payments — and nearly […]
Can’t pay your credit card bills because of Covid-19? Make this call
Have your finances been rocked by the coronavirus? Your credit card issuer might be willing to offer a helping hand, but you’ll likely have to ask for it. As America and the rest of the […]
7 credit card predictions for 2020
As another year fades into memory, it is only natural to look ahead, wondering what the next one holds. Here’s a look at some of what I expect to see in what could be another […]
2 years after Equifax breach, millions still not taking basic steps against identity theft
Four in 10 people with a credit or debit card have provided their full Social Security number in an online form in the past month, according to a new report from CompareCards by LendingTree, as […]
Here’s how to protect yourself against credit card skimming
Twenty-three percent of American drivers suspect they’ve been a victim of credit card or debit card skimming at a gas pump in the past 12 months, according to a new report from CompareCards.com. That’s up […]
We rank the best & worst airports for flight delays
As if there weren’t already a million good reasons why Hawaii is an amazing summer vacation destination, here’s another one: It’s really unlikely your flight will be delayed. According to a new report from CompareCards.com, […]
Americans more focused on losing debt than weight in 2019
Americans would rather knock down their debt than shed pounds in 2019, according to a new survey from CompareCards.com. CompareCards.com asked Americans whether either of these two popular New Year’s resolutions – losing weight or […]
2-in-3 Americans agree: Shopping is most stressful part of holiday season
Forget hectic travel, unpredictable weather or awkward conversations with the in-laws. According to a new report from CompareCards.com, nothing stresses Americans out during the holiday season like shopping. Nearly two-thirds of Americans agreed with […]