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From retirement plans to housing opportunities, the growing credit card crisis casts a long shadow over American financial health.

According to The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Center for Microeconomic Data, credit card debt in America has reached alarming levels, with total balances exceeding $1 trillion. The consequences extend beyond monthly statements, creating ripple effects that weaken savings, retirement readiness, and overall financial security.