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Debt collection lawsuits are rising in U.S. states. Here’s what you need to know to report on them.

Get to know the research on debt collection lawsuits, racial disparities in judgments, and a big slice of consumer debt: ...

When should you dispute collection debt?

Disputing collections debt can protect your credit, but only if you know when it actually makes sense to do so.
WGAL

How to protect yourself from debt collection scams

US HOW TO HANDLE THOSE CALLS. YOU MAY NOT KNOW IT, BUT AS A CONSUMER, YOU’VE GOT A BOATLOAD OF RIGHTS, RULES AND REGULATIONS THAT WORK IN YOUR FAVOR WHEN DEALING WITH DEBT COLLECTORS. A VIEWER ...

Which states have the most debt collection accounts? New rankings revealed

WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
Business.com on MSN

From collections to repossession: A timeline of debt

Get your business out of debt with our guide to the debt collection process and see expert-backed advice for dealing with ...
KTVU

These cities have the most debt collection accounts in 2025, study finds

Garland, Texas ranked as the top city for the highest debt collection accounts in the nation. Eight Texas cities, including Dallas and Houston, were in the top 10 locations with the most collection ...