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

Does Colorado Law Protect Me From Debt Collectors? When collecting a debt from you, collection agencies must adhere to federal and state rules. Fortunately, the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects all states. What is the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)?

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Credit Corp

MARCH 12, 2025

Unfortunately, as consumer debt rises, lawsuits are becoming more and more common. million debt collection lawsuits were filed in 2022 alone. This is why it is important to know your legal rights and how to mitigate the effects of being sued. An estimated 2.5

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Credit Corp

JUNE 1, 2023

There are many kinds of debts that can be sent to collections, including: Credit card payments Student loans Medical bills Rent payments Utility payments Auto loans Personal loans Tax debt The time it takes the original creditor to transfer your debt to collections varies.

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