When a debt collector reaches out, it can be unsettling, even if you knew that you'd defaulted on your obligations and were expecting the call. Between the pressure to pay, the perceived urgency of ...

Debt Collectors are in a tough spot. They get blamed for all evil-doing when it comes to calling consumers and asking payment for debts owed. What is almost never talked about is that these companies ...

Dealing with unpaid tax debt can feel like carrying an invisible weight on your shoulders. If you ignore the issue long enough, each passing day can make that weight heavier as interest and penalties ...

Credit card debt in America has reached unprecedented levels, with total consumer credit card balances surpassing $1.17 trillion in 2024. This marks a concerning increase from the previous quarter and ...

Here's how to handle a debt collection lawsuit or possibly prevent one in the first place Ana Gonzalez Ribeiro is a Spanish personal finance educator at W!SE and has 10+ years of experience as a ...