More Americans are taking on debt and falling behind on bills. The people calling them to collect often endure a torrent of ...

Debt collection can feel intimidating, especially when the communication is aggressive or unclear. You might worry about what’s allowed and what crosses legal boundaries. Under **U.S. federal law**, ...

Debt collector contact can trigger anxiety because it often feels intrusive or aggressive. You may worry about what is ...

The New York Department of State warns against funeral and obituary scams, cautioning that criminals exploit grieving ...

Federal safety regulators are issuing a consumer alert regarding traffic ticket impersonation scams. The warning comes from ...

When a loved one dies, bills keep coming. Learn how to manage debts, avoid scams, and prioritize payments for their estate.

SEATTLE — Dealing with a call from someone claiming to be a debt collector can be challenging. It’s not always easy to tell whether the caller is a legitimate debt collector or a scammer. Go slowly ...

You may be able to settle your debts with creditors for less than you owe Ken Clark has co-managed over $100 million in retirement accounts and is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting ...

Another sign that could indicate potential fraud on your credit report is the presence of collections or charge-offs.

Tax relief phone call scams are common year-round, and criminals use them to get money and commit identity theft. There is an IRS tax debt compromise option, however, that could allow you to settle ...