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Contents

  • What is Debt?
    • Types of Debt
      • Secured vs. Unsecured Debt
        • Revolving vs. Installment Debt
        • The Cost of Debt
          • Interest Rates
          • Impact on Personal Finance
            • Debt-to-Income Ratio
            • Implications of Debt
              • Positive Implications
                • Negative Implications
                • Managing Debt Responsibly
                  • Debt Reduction Strategies
                    • Warning Signs of Debt Problems
                    • Tips for Healthy Debt Management

                    Understanding Debt: Definition, Types, and Implications

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                    A conceptual image of a balance scale weighing money and debt documents, symbolizing the balance and implications of financial obligations.
                    Published January 25, 2025
                    Last Updated May 30, 2025
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