Search Results for 'Debt collection'
Viewer Question: Can I Negotiate Debts Myself?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 29, 2010
This reader has a good question: can I negotiate my own debts to get balances lowered – and while I’m at it, is it possible to get my creditors to remove the negative marks on my credit history?
Dying in Debt: Can You Take It With You?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 31, 2010
Think your debts are wiped out when you die? Think again. If you’re not careful, you could stick your survivors with a big bill.
10 Tip-Offs You’re Heading for a Debt Disaster
Brian O'Connell on June 17, 2010
Think you might be heading for debt trouble? Answer these 10 questions and you’ll know.
Should Medical Debt Count Against You?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 12, 2010
Some in congress think your medical debt shouldn’t count in determining your credit worthiness. What do you think?
Abused by a Debt Collector? Get a Free Lawyer
Jim Robinson on March 3, 2010
Just because you owe money, doesn’t mean debt collectors can treat you like a doormat. If they are, you might be able to turn the tables with a free lawyer.
4 Tips to Escape from Debt Prison
Jim Robinson on March 2, 2010
The most popular ways people deal with their debts and how to figure out which will work best for you.
I Paid the Collection Agency, But the Negative is Still On My Credit History!
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 18, 2010
Don’t ever be persuaded to pay past due accounts without getting an agreement from the creditor or collection agency to remove any negatives from your credit history!
Imprisoned by Debt – 5 Escape Plans
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 4, 2010
This reader has $40,000 of credit card debt and having trouble making payments. If you’re in a similar situation or know someone who is, take a look at the 5 options to deal with debt. Warning: None are painless, and all will result in varying degrees of hassle and heartache.
Defending Against Debt Collectors
Money Talks News on September 29, 2008
Americans now carry more than 2-trillion dollars in debt, and as that figure grows, so does the debt collection industry’s revenues. But just because you owe money, doesn’t mean debt collectors can treat you like a doormat.
Discover Slapped for Cheating 100,000+ Student Borrowers
Krystal Steinmetz on July 23, 2015
The bank is ordered to pay a fine and refund money to thousands of borrowers for committing an array of debt collection violations.
JP Morgan Chase Ordered to Pay $50 million in Consumer Refunds
Krystal Steinmetz on July 10, 2015
Federal regulators also hit the financial giant with $136 million in penalties for its illegal debt collection practices.
This Is Now the Biggest Robotext Scam — by a Long Shot
Chris Kissell on February 26, 2024
Fraudsters sent more than 14 billion texts about this type of scam in 2023.
6 Ways to Tackle Your Unpaid Medical Bills
Rachel Christian (The Penny Hoarder) on January 4, 2023
Medical debt can do lasting damage to your finances. Find out here how you can help lower or even eliminate it.
7 Ways to Boost Your Credit Score Fast
Maryalene LaPonsie on September 16, 2021
Your financial security might soon depend upon the strength of your credit score.
The Most Hated Company in Every State
Maryalene LaPonsie on September 23, 2019
These companies garner the most complaints by state on financial services and products.
6 Tips to Avoid Common Consumer Pitfalls and Complaints
Jeffrey Trull on July 17, 2018
Knowing your consumer rights can help you avoid becoming a victim of a scam — or at least aid you in picking up the pieces afterward.
This Is the Best Way to Avoid Becoming a Fraud Victim in 2018
Karla Bowsher on March 3, 2018
Consumers lost more money to scammers last year, despite the number of reported scams declining.
This Sneaky Scam Puts Your Tax Refund at Risk
Karla Bowsher on February 15, 2018
A growing number of taxpayers are potentially falling victim to a new twist on an old scam. Here’s how to protect your refund money.
Top 10 Scams and Top 10 Ways to Safeguard Your Money
Jim Gold on July 13, 2017
Tips from the FDIC and other experts will help you stop scammers from taking your personal information and turning it into their cash.
12 Ways Donald Trump Is Crushing Consumers
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 14, 2017
Love him or hate him, you can’t deny that President Trump is attacking regulations and funding that was intended to help regular American consumers.
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