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

Medical debt regulations are shifting dramatically in 2026, with states banning credit reporting and federal rules in limbo.

While Elon Musk’s $44 billion buyout of Twitter closed in 2022, there has been no shortage of buzz around the business magnate and how the social media giant has operated post-buyout. Case in point: ...

Consumers take bill collectors to court, earning the label "credit terrorists." Feb. 5, 2010 — -- Americans with overdue debts usually face a daunting parade of punishments. First come the ...

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CN) — A class action against the big three credit-reporting agencies over not reporting certain medical debt will move forward after a judge offered a mixed ruling on a motion to ...

The claim: It is illegal for collection agencies to buy debt and 'come after you' if you send a cease-and-desist letter A March 27 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) offers advice for consumers ...

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

There is a difference between billing companies and collection agencies, and anesthesia practices should know the difference in order to set appropriate expectations, according to an Aug. 14 blog post ...

Surety Solutions Insurance Services, Inc., (Surety1) has developed a new program for surety bonds for collection agency companies. Teaming with one of its "A" rated carriers, Surety1 can now offer ...