07 Apr

FDCPA

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

• April 6, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

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

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

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

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

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

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

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

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

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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02 Apr

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

Use Credit Cards to Support Your Budget—Not Replace It

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

Credit cards are everywhere. They’re convenient, widely accepted, and often come with rewards, perks, and protect...

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02 Apr

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

Lowering Your Credit Card Utilization vs. Chasing Points: Why One Builds Wealth—and the Other Can Quietly Cost You

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

Credit cards are often marketed as a win-win: Earn...

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02 Apr

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

Statement Balance vs. Current Balance: The Credit Card Confusion That Costs You Money

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

If you’ve ever logged into your credit card account and felt confused by the numbers you see, you’re not alone.

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02 Apr

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

Time for Truth: You cannot keep using your credit cards while trying to pay them off.

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

If you’re serious about getting out of credit card debt, here’s a hard truth most people don’t want to hear:

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