More and more Pennsylvanians are swiping credit cards and finding themselves in too much debt for comfort. But when the debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do. If ...

DAVENPORT, Fla. – Debt collection calls are reaching new highs across the U.S. in 2025, with a significant number of those calls flagged as abusive or threatening. “We’re going to arrest you. We’re ...

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 ...

Before paying a debt in collections, verify it’s legitimate and collectible to avoid scams or zombie debt. You have rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) that protect you from ...

Debt collectors have a reputation — and in some cases, a well-deserved one — for being unpleasant and intimidating. While the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) was created to limit how far ...

Debt collectors use intentionally annoying and anxiety-inducing tactics to get you to pay the bill. When faced with these tense interactions, it’s important to understand the best ways to deal with ...

Transform harassment into a strategic opportunity: an expert guide to settling debts, protecting your credit, and mastering ...

Debt collection calls have increased by over 200% in the past year, with over 194,000 of them being reported as fraudulent or abusive and threatening, according to data from the Federal Trade ...

Debt collection can be an unpleasant business, but it's a big one. The industry generates $12.2 billion in revenue for the roughly 4,500 firms chasing down borrowers who owe money on credit cards, ...