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

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

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

Complaints about aggressive debt collection have skyrocketed in recent months, federal data shows, a sign that more Americans are falling behind on credit cards and medical bills. The rise in ...