When can a debt collector call you?

There are rules that dictate when a debt collector can call you — and how many times they're allowed to do it.

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5 critical steps to take after a debt collector calls you

Have you been contacted by a debt collector? Don't panic. Take these important first steps instead.
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7 things debt collectors are required to tell you

Debt collectors are required by law to disclose certain information and knowing what that is could benefit you.
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What debt collectors can (and can't) do if you owe money

There are certain approaches debt collectors can take, and some they can't, when trying to collect on a debt.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Can a debt collector refuse my settlement offer?

Negotiating a successful debt settlement could be a little more complicated than you'd expect.
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