What debt collectors can (and can't) do if you owe money
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Do debt collectors get paid if you file for bankruptcy?
Declaring bankruptcy can offer big relief to those buried by debt, but do debt collectors get paid in the process?CBS News - 1d -
What happens if you owe the IRS but can't pay?
Owing money to the IRS is stressful, especially if you're unable to pay. Here's what happens in those situations.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Can you dispute a debt that was sold to a debt collector?
Disputing a debt that has been sold to a debt collector is not just possible — it's your legal right.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
What happens if a debt collector sues you but you can't pay?
Being sued over old debt is stressful, but there are ways to resolve this issue, even if you're short on funds.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
What 11-word phrase can be used to stop debt collectors?
This simple phrase can be used with debt collectors to help stop their aggressive collection attempts.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Can a debt collector take you to court after 7 years?
Time-barred debts will eventually fall off your credit report, but the debt collection attempts may not end.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Ask not what your government can do for you
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What credit counseling can (and can't) do to help with your debt
Before you take advantage of credit counseling, it may help to know what outcomes you can expect.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
Can a debt collector refuse my settlement offer?
Negotiating a successful debt settlement could be a little more complicated than you'd expect.CBS News - Jan. 10
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