Beyond Finance reports on debt collectors' intimidation tactics and rights protections under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Know your rights!

When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.

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Debt collectors don't always play by the rules. Here's what to watch for and how to protect yourself right now.

A debt validation letter is a formal notice from a debt collector. By law, it is required to spell out certain details about the debt the collector claims you owe. Debt collectors are supposed to send ...

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 ...

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In the world of personal finance, few topics are as daunting as debt. From intricate terms to complex phrases, it’s no surprise so many individuals are left feeling overwhelmed when opening up about ...

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