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How Debt Collectors Work

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This contingency-based approach means that some debt collection companies do not charge the creditor unless they are successful in recovering the delinquent funds. Transparency Requirements : Agencies must clearly communicate with debtors, providing transparent information about the debt and the collection process.

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There are 7,060 collections agencies in the U.S.—here’s what to do you if your credit card debt is sent to one

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To start digging out of debt that’s already in collections, “get some help quickly,” says Eweka. Contact the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) and ask to work with a nonprofit credit counselor. million cases to 4 million cases nationwide.