Before you hand over money to a debt collector, take these steps to protect both your finances and your rights.

Dealing with debt can be difficult, but when debt collectors start calling, it can feel overwhelming. New data reveals debt collection calls are surging across the country and in the Delaware Valley.

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New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that New York is part of a 46-state settlement with National Credit Solutions, a debt collector serving as bankruptcy trustee for Movie ...