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

It's important to know what your rights actually are when you're dealing with aggressive debt collectors.

When a creditor gives up hope on collecting a past-due bill, it will turn the account over to a third-party collection agency. These firms attempt to resolve the account with the debtor, either by ...

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A bill filed at the House of Representatives regulates debt collection practices and protects borrowers from abuse, ...

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