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flag U.S. credit card debt reached a record $1.21 trillion in Q2 2025, driven by high rates and living costs, prompting financial advice to combat common debt myths.

flag Credit card debt in the U.S. hit a record $1.21 trillion in Q2 2025, fueled by high interest rates near 20% and rising living costs. flag A Bankrate survey shows 46% of Americans carry balances monthly, prompting NPR’s Life Kit to debunk three common myths: paying only the minimum isn’t sustainable, carrying a balance doesn’t help credit, and closing old accounts harms scores. flag The initiative offers a free one-month email series with practical steps to create payment plans, cut expenses, and avoid debt cycles, with real success stories of paying off large balances quickly. flag Subscribers continue receiving weekly advice on personal finance and lifestyle topics.

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