Disputing collections debt can protect your credit, but only if you know when it actually makes sense to do so.

The likelihood that a debt collector will sue you over an unpaid balance depends on the debt, the amount and how collectible ...

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 ...

Getting calls from debt collectors can be unsettling, but if you encounter these red flags, chances are you're dealing with a ...

Attorneys from the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands answer your questions about what to do if your ...

With federal oversight in retreat, deep-pocketed collection companies are aggressively pursuing down-and-out consumers who are struggling with record levels of credit card debt. Meanwhile, consumer ...

Credit card debt forgiveness: Is it possible? Quick to go up, painfully difficult to bring down. Sound familiar? Most U.S. adults have credit card debt, and if you're struggling to pay yours off or ...

Americans' household debt levels, including credit card debt, rose to new all-time highs in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to a report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The report showed ...

A financial debt advisor can help you make a repayment plan.