Payment history is more important than total outstanding debt which is more important than the type of debt. (stockmonkeys.com)
For a clearer picture of America's indebtedness, it is critical to look at total outstanding debts - arising from both credit cards and other sources. (valuepenguin.com)
In recent months, Democrats have touted legislation to roll back that law, as Americans now face more than $ 1.2 trillion in total outstanding debt from their government and private student loans. (ibtimes.com)