Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Working with third-party debt collectors can be confusing and scary. adults with debt in collections, knowing their legal rights is crucial. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act covers third-party debt collectors — those who buy a delinquent debt from an original creditor, like a credit card company.

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Debt Free Colorado

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In this article we will answer the question: What can debt collectors do to you? Does Colorado Law Protect Me From Debt Collectors? When collecting a debt from you, collection agencies must adhere to federal and state rules. What is the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)?

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Credit Corp

JUNE 1, 2023

Your credit score may improve if your collection debt is reported to a new credit scoring model—FICO 9®, FICO 10®, VantageScore 3.0® Most creditors still report to old scoring models, so it’s unlikely paying off the debt will improve your credit score. In This Piece: What Is Collections Debt?

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Taurus Collect

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Navigating the convoluted terrain of debt collection can be a daunting task for businesses big and small. However, understanding the crucial steps in the debt collection process can empower businesses to retrieve owed money efficiently and legally, thus enhancing their financial health.

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