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

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Debt is a widespread problem in the United States, with ...

In today’s dynamic financial environment, lending businesses are under growing pressure. Rising delinquency rates, shifting customer expectations, and economic volatility are making traditional, ...

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

While debt can be useful in certain situations, it can quickly spiral out of control. To pay off your balances and get back on track, the right debt management strategies are key. Depending on your ...

Key Takeaways Commercial debt collection agencies typically charge contingency fees ranging from 15% to 50% of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Debt can be a significant source of stress. For example, ...

About 71% of U.S. adults surveyed say monthly debt payments prevent them from building wealth or savings, according to a recent survey by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. "It's a reality ...

People who find themselves under a mountain of debt might wonder whether they’ll ever crawl out of it. The first thing to know is that plenty of others have found themselves in the same position. And, ...

Credit card, mortgage and other debt balances are on the rise, thanks in part to a combination of inflation and high interest rates. Credit card balances were particularly affected, increasing by 5.8% ...

Paying off collections improves your finances, but what happens to the negative mark on your credit report?