Recession makes stocks rise in some industries
As the recession continues stocks rise in industries that profit from hard times such as pawn brokers, payday lenders, and debt collectors.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Consumers should watch for payday loan collection scams
Many debt collections are legal, but there are some fraudulent debt collection scams out there, including phony payday loan collection scams.
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Scammers target payday loan customers
Payday loan collection scams involve harassing phone calls threatening arrest and jail if victims do not pay debts -- which they do not owe.
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Debt collectors trying to polish image in media
Debt collectors are starting to get into the media, but this time they're trying to rehabilitate their image in the press.
Monday, June 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Debt collection agency barred from social media harassment
Complaints about abusive debt collection agencies have been increasing, and Facebook has become a vehicle debt collectors use to harass.
Thursday, April 21st, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Demand that debt collectors verify your debt before paying
When debt collectors beat down your door, stand up to them, and demand that they provide you with written verification of the debt.
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Be on the lookout for payday loan debt collection scams
Consumers can see through the payday loan debt collection scam if they understand their rights, the law and their finances. Don't get duped.
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Consumers have legal protection from collection agency harassment
Consumer default during the recession has led to an explosion of collection agencies that use illegal harassment and computerized lawsuits.
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Debt management plans pay debt and restore credit
There are a lot of rumors circulating, which make people wary of creating a debt management plan. Here we weigh fact against fiction.
Friday, January 22nd, 2010 by By Laura M. Sands
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