Think you can ignore a $50 debt without consequences? Think again. While there’s no legal minimum for collections, even tiny ...

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

Collection accounts have become a common issue for borrowers in today's economic landscape. Between issues like persistent inflation, elevated borrowing rates and tighter household budgets, millions ...

Medical debt regulations are shifting dramatically in 2026, with states banning credit reporting and federal rules in limbo. If you’re a healthcare provider, the old collection playbook might soon ...

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In April 2025, Freedom Debt Relief reviewed data from tens of thousands of people actively looking for help with their debt. The numbers might be surprising. About one in four has at least one account ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Debt collectors could face limits on how much they could collect from medical debtors under legislation a Senate panel discussed Wednesday. State lawmakers have been negotiating ...