Uploaded January 2018 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Throughout adulthood, you'll probably encounter many different kinds of debt. The more you know about borrowing money, the more you can shape your financial future.

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Sources:
creditcards.com/glossary/term-unsecured-credit-cards.php
creditcards.usnews.com/how-student-loans-affect-your-credit-score
theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2016/05/payday-lending/476403
experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/medical-debt-and-your-credit-score
consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-spotlights-concerns-with-medical-debt-collection-and-reporting
businessinsider.com/how-to-buy-a-home-you-can-afford-2015-8
debt.org/consolidation/loans