How to Negotiate with Debt Collectors

Original lenders — say, a credit card company — sell their ... make your debt go away, and they may be able to sue you for the unpaid debt. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA ... Read More

What is zombie debt?

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has warned consumers about zombie mortgages, in which homeowners have believed their mortgage ... The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, or FDCPA ... Read More

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The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies. The number ... Read More

20 Ways to Outsmart Debt Collectors

While they are annoying, debt collectors are just trying to do their jobs and ... on your credit report for up to 10 years, depending on your state. Coming to an agreement and paying off the ... Read More

Re-Aging Debt: Definition, Legality, and How to Avoid It

This period typically lasts from three to six years, depending on the state where you live, the state named in the credit agreement ... their own consumer protection laws with regard to debt ... Read More

White House finalizes permitting reform rule included in debt ceiling deal

The White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) finalized rules Tuesday aimed at streamlining the environmental review process under the National Environmental Protection Act. The final ... Read More

5 important debt relief options to know

But while today's economic environment may be causing high-interest debts to compound, the good news is ... various debt relief options available to you. After all, the key is to act quickly ... Read More

How to Slay Zombie Debt in 4 Steps

Before you give any money to debt collectors, be sure to look into their ... the National Consumer Law Center. “Even if you’re feeling pressure during a phone call, don’t agree to even ... Read More

We’re paying off medical debt wrong

Medical debt imposes ... than with large debt collectors that contract with many hospitals; to their credit, Undue Medical Debt is moving in this direction and setting up these hospital-level ... Read More

Collectors Universe

Collectors Universe, Inc. provides authentication and grading services to dealers and collectors of high-value coins, trading cards, event tickets, autographs and memorabilia. The Company operates ... Read More

Best debt management companies of May 2024

According to the company, creditors willing to participate in a debt management plan through MMI generally lower their interest rates to less than 7%. Keep in mind that if you sign up for a debt ... Read More