10 Apr

FCRA, FDCPA

Debt Collectors and Credit Reports: What the FDCPA Allows (and Forbids)

• March 18, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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Debt collectors don’t just call—they often report debts to credit bureaus. But there are strict rules governing w...

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09 Apr

FCRA, FDCPA

FDCPA: Your Complete Guide to Debt Collector Harassment & Your Rights

• March 18, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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If you’re being contacted by debt collectors, you have powerful rights under federal law. The Fair Debt Collectio...

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09 Apr

FDCPA

Debt Collection Letters: How to Read Them, What to Save, and When to Get Help

• April 6, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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Getting a debt collection letter can trigger instant panic. You may worry about being sued, having wages garnishe...

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08 Apr

Debt Defense, FCRA, FDCPA, Consumer Law, Debt Resolution, General Financial

Should You Make Multiple Payments on Your Credit Card Each Month? The Benefits (and When It Actually Matters)

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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When it comes to managing credit cards, most people follow a simple rule:

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07 Apr

FDCPA

Why FDCPA Attorney’s Fees Often Exceed the Damages (And Why That’s the Point)

• April 6, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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When consumers learn that attorney’s fees in Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) cases often exceed the ac...

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06 Apr

FDCPA

FDCPA and Credit Reporting: More Plaintiffs Are Challenging “Parking” Debts and False Reporting Tactics

• March 19, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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A notable theme in the newest FDCPA pleadings is the growing overlap between debt collection conduct and credit r...

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02 Apr

FCRA, FDCPA

Debt Validation vs. Original Creditors: What Consumers Need to Know

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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If you’ve been contacted about a debt, you’ve probably heard the term “debt validation.” But one of the biggest a...

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02 Apr

Debt Defense, FCRA, FDCPA, Consumer Law, Debt Resolution, General Financial

Interest vs. APR (and Other Credit Card Terms You Must Understand to Avoid Costly Mistakes)

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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If you’ve ever looked at your credit card statement and felt confused by the terminology, you’re not alone.

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02 Apr

FCRA, FDCPA, Consumer Fraud, Consumer Protection, Consumer Law, General Financial

The Snowball Method for Paying Off Debt (and How It Compares to Other Strategies)

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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If you’re dealing with credit card debt—or any kind of consumer debt—you’ve probably asked yourself:

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02 Apr

Debt Defense, FCRA, FDCPA, Consumer Protection, Consumer Law, Debt Resolution, General Financial

Stop Credit Card Debt Before It Starts: Top Tips You Need to Know

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg
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Credit cards can either be one of the most useful financial tools you have—or one of the fastest ways to fall int...

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