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Holiday Debt Follows Many Into 2026 as Advice Shifts to Rapid Repayment

Fresh surveys put typical seasonal balances near $1,200–$1,500 per household, sharpening the push for lower-cost payoff strategies.

Average Credit Card Balance Hits $6,500 as Utilization Surges Past 30%