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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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Councils calling in debt collectors for €340m due in rates

Posted on May 11, 2016 by The Debt Collector

debt collection As-it-happens update ⋅ May 10, 2016 Councils calling in debt collectors for €340m due in rates Irish Independent LOCAL authorities are employing debt collectors and mounting legal action in a desperate bid to collect almost €340m owed in … Continue reading →

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