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Credit Card Debt Hits 21% Average Interest Rates
4/22/2026
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Story summary
- Credit card debt carries average interest rates above 21%, creating a burden.
- Borrowers with about $20,000 in debt face high monthly interest charges.
- Balance transfer cards offer low introductory rates but require good credit.
- Personal loans provide fixed payments and lower rates for qualified borrowers.
- Home equity products can lower interest rates but risk the borrower's home.
