How to eliminate credit card debt: Finance expert has the steps you should take [Video]

January can be a tough time financially, especially if holiday spending leaves you with some debt. If you’re struggling financially following the holiday season, you’re not alone.

Eastgate resident, Atiana Anderson said she’s focusing on improving her financial fitness in 2025.

“My financial resolution this year is to save money. I’m hoping to save about 10 grand by the end of the year,” she said.

She said she plans to cut back on frivolous spending and pay off her credit card debt, but trying to build savings in today’s economy is no easy feat. Wilmington mother, Lindsay Clepper agrees.

“I’m a single mother, so I only have one income in the house, so it’s been really, really rough this year,” she said. “We’ve been in financial ruin. I’m just staying afloat.”

I went to financial wellness coach, Al Riddick to help find a solution. Here’s some of his advice for …