Your paycheck may be more protected from garnishment than you think — but only if you live in the right state.

Did a debt collector freeze your bank account? Here's what to do next to protect your money and your rights.

Debt collectors can't drain your account without a court order, but once they have one, the rules may surprise you.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (“DCWP”) has finalized the Stopping Harassment and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Scammers use texts, calls, emails and letters to create a false sense of urgency about debt repayment. Always ask for detailed ...

With federal oversight in retreat, deep-pocketed collection companies are aggressively pursuing down-and-out consumers who are struggling with record levels of credit card debt. Meanwhile, consumer ...

Freedom Debt Relief reports on defending against credit card debt lawsuits: know your rights, gather evidence, and consider hiring an attorney for better outcomes.

The company, which has never been licensed in the state, according to officials, as 45 days from Feb. 11 to pay, according to ...

As debt relief scams become more sophisticated, it's easier than ever to fall for one. Watch out for these 7 debt relief ...