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CNBC: The problem with ‘good debt’: Why borrowers should think twice about the label

Financial experts say mortgages can mask costs and repayment risks, and 3.8 million foreclosures during 2007-2010 show how “good debt” can turn dangerous.

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Financial experts argue that traditional labels of "good debt" (such as mortgages or student loans) and "bad debt" (such as credit cards) oversimplify personal finance. While certain loans can help build long-term wealth, any debt—even low-interest or asset-backed borrowing—can become harmful if it overextends your cash flow, strains your monthly budget, or fails to account for shifting economic conditions.

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The problem with 'good debt': Why borrowers should think twice about the label

Mortgages and student loans are often called "good debt." Experts say that label can hide the real question: Can you actually afford the risk?

·Englewood Cliffs, United States
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CNBC broke the news in Englewood Cliffs, United States on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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