How to qualify for credit card debt forgiveness in 2027

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November 9, 2026 / 9:38 AM EST / CBS News

With the holiday season quickly approaching and spending for millions of Americans expected to spike, a new concern is growing in importance – what to do about rising credit card debt. Credit card debt levels surged in the most recently reported quarter, up $21 billion to a total of $1.26 trillion in the second quarter of 2026. And with the average credit card interest rate sitting over 20% currently, making the minimum payments will do little to reduce what you owe. Against this backdrop and the understanding that what you currently owe right is likely to be considerably less than what you will once the holidays conclude, it may be valuable to evaluate your debt relief options now, before your financial health deteriorates any further.

One critical one to consider is credit card debt forgiveness, which can provide the financial solution you need to pay down your debt and regain your financial independence. But this unique option won't be available to every borrower, as qualifications will need to be met…

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