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Dealing with Debt Collectors

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It is prohibited for debt collectors to utilize unfair techniques, harass, or deceive consumers while seeking to collect consumer debts under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Consumer debts include credit card debts, vehicle loans, medical costs, and school loans.

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Americans share their medical debt horror stories

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“We were maybe 5-6 years from paying off our mortgage, but with the credit card bills, auto loans, and general expenses, it was becoming nearly impossible. We ended up refinancing our mortgage to combine our credit card debt that was significantly over $10,000. It eased some of the burden.”.