Your Rights with Debt Collectors

[D]ealing with a debt collector can be frustrating and even downright scary. Some of them use unscrupulous tactics to attempt to force you into paying a bill. Before you contact a debt collector or talk to them, you should know your rights.
A Right to a Written Notice
A debt collector is...
Your Rights with Debt Collectors

Dealing with Debt Collectors When You Want to Improve Your Credit Score

Having a debt in collections is one of the worst things that can happen to your credit score. You will most likely never see an excellent score as long as it is being reported. However, the amount of damage it does will be less as more time passes.
Which Debts to Worry About First
The newest...
Dealing with Debt Collectors When You Want to Improve Your Credit Score