Money Snatchers

Cash-strapped older Americans are racking up credit card debt faster than other consumers amid dwindling retirement portfolios and rising medical costs, a study shows.

July 29 — Treasury notes fell after a government auction of a record amount of notes drew higher-than- forecast yields for a second consecutive day, renewing concern a deluge of U.S.

The Liverpool football club and its American owners seem to have dodged a bullet this weekend after they struck a last-minute deal with their lenders to refinance the club’s debt load.

The Liverpool football club and its American owners seem to have dodged a bullet this weekend after they struck a last-minute deal with their lenders to refinance the club’s debt load.

July 25 — Porsche SE said its net debt is about 10 billion euros, in response to a report in Focus magazine that it has increased to 14 billion euros.

Carlos asked: Today I received my tax return directly my account, but I didn’t receive the stimulus rebate, should it be together or not?

smithtyler68 asked: My ex never submitted a tax return for tax year 2000. I did and used our children on my return. It would help them more than it would hurt me to use two of our children on their return. Can i do an amended reutn and remove the two kids [...]

Julia asked: We have a daughter with disabilities and have many many medical bills. Consequently, my student loan is in default. My husband has not student loans. I was wondering if my husband and I file tax together will the government take our income tax return?

Helped by a lightened debt load, Ford Motor Co.

Debt-settlement companies typically try to negotiate with credit card companies to reduce the amount you owe. Rising unemployment has led to a sharp increase in the number of consumers who are behind on their payments, creating a receptive audience for their services. But like a weight-loss product that causes you to gain 10 pounds, some of these programs could leave you even deeper in debt.