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- 1One in four Americans with fast-rising debt missing payments▼1 in 4 Americans with fast-rising debt are missing payments. Here's what to do if you're falling behind.
A new report finds that roughly a quarter of Americans whose debt is growing quickly are missing payments, a sign of mounting financial strain among heavily indebted households. Coverage urges anyone falling behind to act early: contact creditors to discuss hardship options, prioritize essential bills, and seek nonprofit credit counseling before accounts go to collections.