Consumer News Feds States Crack Down On Abusive Debt Collectors

Debt collection complaints are surging: Here’s why

(NewsNation) — American households owe a record $18.4 trillion, and federal data shows complaints about aggressive debt collection have surged over the past year. The Federal Trade Commission logged ... Read More

Can debt collectors take you to court if you are paying them?

Many borrowers think that making payments shields them from legal trouble, but the reality isn't always so simple. Read More

Debt complaints are surging. Here's the sobering reason.

In a related trend, state courts are seeing a spike in debt collection lawsuits. Court filings surged in 2023 and 2024, according to a Sept. 2 report from the Pew Charitable Trusts, based on data from ... Read More

Trump punted on medical debt protection. Now the battle is in the states

Some states are enacting medical debt laws as the Trump administration pulls back federal protections. Elsewhere, industry opposition has derailed legislation. Read More

Let ABC23 Know: BBB is tracking phone scams from fake debt collectors

It can be frustrating and scary to fall behind in payments on credit cards or other accounts. When the calls from collection agencies start, it adds a new level of stress. Don't panic. Instead, ... Read More

Money Saving Monday: Debt collection calls up 150%

In Arizona, nearly 2,000 people filed complaints last year. 12News is sharing how a Valley organization is working to get Arizonans out of debt. Read More

Feds keeping Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ‘Ibiza Tapes,’ devices used in sick ‘freak-off’ sex sessions

He was partying like it was 1999. Handheld camcorder footage cryptically labeled “Ibiza Tapes” were among a trove of possessions jailed music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs — a self-described amateur porn ... Read More