Debt collection is a legitimate business — when done legally. But too often, debt collectors choose to push the boundaries, especially when they assume the person on the other end of the line isn't ...

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New York Attorney General Letitia James released a guide to help New Yorkers use the state's Exempt Income Protection Act (EIPA) to protect their money from debt collectors. The EIPA is a state law ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Debt can be a significant source of stress. For example, ...

A common financial struggle for Americans is deciding how much money to devote to savings versus paying down debt. While the answer varies on a case-by-case basis, it’s often important to strike a ...