At TPG, we advocate for smart credit card spending, including paying in full to avoid interest on your balance.But it's not ...

Debt collectors must prove a few key things before they can collect. Here's what they ask for — and why it matters.

Debt settlement: Debt settlement, also known as debt forgiveness, allows you to negotiate with creditors or collection ...

When debt collectors call, your next move could cost you or protect you. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to Tayne ...

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 ...

Their identity as a debt collector (Mini-Miranda warning) Every time they contact you, debt collectors must identify themselves and clearly state that they are attempting to collect a debt.

If you're behind on debt payments, your lender might send you to collections. And while the harassing phone calls and ...

How to stop debt collectors from calling you. You have the right to stop debt collection calls, and there are several effective ways to do this.The most powerful tool is sending a written request ...

Old debt disappears from your credit report after seven years, but debt collectors could still sue you over it. Getty Images You've probably heard that debts "fall off" your credit report after ...

When you enroll in this type of program, you take out a loan from a debt relief company's third-party lender partner and that money is used to pay off your debts. You then make one monthly payment ...