Pay-for-delete promises to erase collection debt from your credit report, but the results of this strategy can vary.

If your goal is peace of mind, paying what's owed can feel like a weight lifted. You eliminate collection calls and remove ...

Mounting debt? Are you unsure of what you owe to debt collectors? Here’s a guide to find out exactly how much and who you owe, so that you can take control of your finances and stay on top of your ...

You may have a legal obligation to repay old debts, but there are also strict limits on debt collectors' tactics.

WXIN/WTTV – No one wants to get a call from a debt collector, especially if the caller is part of a shady operation known as a “phantom” debt collection scheme. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ...

Having watched Chicago’s City Council rebel against his budget and pass its own, Mayor Brandon Johnson is now focused on the matter of how (and if) the city collects its past-due debts. Going forward, ...

Having watched Chicago's City Council rebel against his budget -- to some extent, anyway -- Mayor Brandon Johnson is now focused on the matter of how (and if) the city collects its past-due debts.

Learn the best strategies for whittling down what you owe, depending on how much debt you have. This page includes information about these cards, currently unavailable on NerdWallet. The information ...