Monthly Archives: May 2016

Maine woman sues to stop collection of student loans she says she doesn’t owe

Posted on May 23, 2016 by The Debt Collector

Maine woman sues to stop collection of student loans she says she doesn’t owe Bangor Daily News Jane Forrester Winne thought she had consolidated and managed her student loan debt. She has sued several private loan firms alleging they …    … Continue reading →

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Macy’s customers say they were charged for purchases they did not make, then hounded by debt …

Posted on May 14, 2016 by The Debt Collector

debt collection As-it-happens update  May 13, 2016 Macy’s customers say they were charged for purchases they did not make, then hounded by debt … Tampabay.com Macy’s spokesman Jim Sluzewski said the retailer follows state and federal regulatory guidelines when attempting … Continue reading →

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Know Your Rights When Dealing With Debt Collectors

Posted on May 13, 2016 by The Debt Collector

debt collection As-it-happens update ⋅ September 9, 2014 Know Your Rights When Dealing With Debt Collectors Mondaq News Alerts (registration) Q: I received a voicemail yesterday from someone who said he was calling from a debt collection agency. I don’t … Continue reading →

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Debt Collector Settles FTC Charges It Violated Fair Credit Reporting Act

Posted on May 11, 2016 by The Debt Collector

debt collection As-it-happens update ⋅ May 10, 2016 Debt Collector Settles FTC Charges It Violated Fair Credit Reporting Act Imperial Valley News Washington, DC – A Texas-based debt collection agency will pay $72,000 in civil penalties and be required to … Continue reading →

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