The NYT ran a front-page story this morning about the sharp rise in complaints against debt collection companies. The sharp tactics include freezing someone’s checking account for a debt she didn’t ...

Dealing with debt collectors can be a frustrating process, especially when you're not sure if the debt they're reaching out about is even yours. Mistakes happen, after all, and sometimes old debts ...

The number of filings is back above 2020 levels as prices rise and people rely more on credit cards, an analysis finds. But many borrowers don’t respond to the suits and lose by default. By Ann Carrns ...

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Scammers use texts, calls, emails and letters to create a false sense of urgency about debt repayment. Always ask for ...

The claim: It is illegal for collection agencies to buy debt and 'come after you' if you send a cease-and-desist letter A March 27 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) offers advice for consumers ...

Complaints about aggressive debt collection have skyrocketed in recent months, federal data shows, a sign that more Americans are falling behind on credit cards and medical bills. The rise in ...

Could your debt be reduced or forgiven? Take our financial relief quiz. Debt collectors can be relentless, but there are laws that limit the activities in which they can take part. A sweeping federal ...