You may have a legal obligation to repay old debts, but there are also strict limits on debt collectors' tactics.

Debt collectors rarely disappear on their own. Old balances can be sold, resold, and pursued in different ways for years, even after the legal window to sue has closed. I want to walk through how long ...

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

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 ...

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An unpaid debt could damage your credit score. It’s common for debts to be turned over to collection agencies after a period of time. It’s wise to request proof that a debt collectors owns your debt ...

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

There’s no shortage of scammers out there pretending to be debt collectors, harassing you via call and text day after day. If you are blocking these numbers, you want to to be certain they really are ...

Debt collectors are heroes or villains, depending on your point of view. If you own a business and are owed money, hiring a debt collector can help you get it back. If you are the person who owes ...