Pay-for-delete promises to erase collection debt from your credit report, but the results of this strategy can vary.

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

Get to know the research on debt collection lawsuits, racial disparities in judgments, and a big slice of consumer debt: ...

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 ...

Scammers use texts, calls, emails and letters to create a false sense of urgency about debt repayment. Always ask for detailed information about the debt and the debt collector’s contact details to ...

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 ...

Could your debt be reduced or forgiven? Take our financial relief quiz. Whether you owe it or not, receiving a debt collection notice can conjure up feelings of anxiety, worry and perhaps confusion, ...

Dealing with debt collectors can be a frustrating process, especially when you're not sure if the debt they're reaching out ...

Could your debt be reduced or forgiven? Take our financial relief quiz. Carrying a certain amount of credit card debt or auto debt may not be the end of the world, particularly if you're able to pay ...