Debt collection generates more fraud reports to the FTC than any other industry, according to the agency. But even legitimate ...

Being sued over credit card debt is stressful, but by responding promptly, verifying the debt's validity, understanding your ...

When someone fails to pay a bill, the creditor that provided the service — whether for a garage door repair, a car loan, or medical care — can take the debtor to court. Creditors can also pass the ...

Financial experts have seen a rise in the level of unsecured debt Floridians have. The Federal Trade Commission has also reported a 150% spike in debt collection calls nationwide. Experts explain what ...

Following the launch of the Pan-African "Black Paper" on debt earlier in 2025, many have been left wondering why it was named the Black Paper. Is the paper itself black, or is it simply a symbolic ...

You pick up the phone and hear a stern voice claiming you owe money. Maybe it's for a credit card you don't recognize, a loan you never took out or some old bill you thought was long gone. Panic sets ...

The Trump administration’s announcement this week that it will restart debt collection on defaulted student loans means some borrowers will feel the consequences as early as next month. Defaulting on ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida is ranked third in the nation with the most debt collection calls, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Here are some ways to handle the calls and get help. Debt ...

(InvestigateTV) — Getting a call from someone claiming to be a debt collector can be confusing and intimidating. “First and foremost, consumers need to check their credit report. Understand what’s out ...