Debts and Deceased Relatives
Here’s what to know about the rules and your rights when a collector contacts you about a deceased relative’s debts.
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Target for new COVID scam: Small business owners
There’s a new coronavirus-related scam making the rounds, but this time the crooks are targeting small businesses.
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Fake and Abusive Debt Collectors
Have you ever gotten a call about a debt you don’t recognize? Or had a collector harass, threaten, or lie to you?
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Big FTC win against student loan debt relief firm
Just about a year ago, we told you about a case the FTC brought against a student loan debt re
Promises for lower credit card interest rates weren’t true
When you’re having trouble paying your credit card bills, getting a lower interest rate to keep your balance in check could be a game changer.
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There are no “quick fixes” to clean up your credit
If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam.
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Phantom debt collectors impersonate law firms
Getting a call from a debt collector can be stressful. But it can be downright frightening when the caller uses lies, profanity and threats to try to get you to pay.
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Signs of a debt relief scam
If you feel smothered by your monthly bills, a call from someone who says they can reduce or eliminate your debts might sound like the answer to your prob