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Debt is an important financial tool used by U.S. households to finance their purchases. Households often use their available credit in times of economic prosperity to finance large purchases – such as a home or a vehicle – or to pay for a household member’s education. Additionally, they may take on debt to help them get through a period of unemployment or to help pay for medical care.
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