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My Old Roommate Didn't Pay Rent & Now Debt Collectors Are After Me

Could you be on the hook if your old roommate didn't pay rent? We look into how it could affect your credit and how you can fix the problem.

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My Old Roommate Didn't Pay Rent & Now Debt Collectors Are After Me
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My Old Roommate Didn't Pay Rent & Now Debt Collectors Are After Me

Could you be on the hook if your old roommate didn't pay rent? We look into how it could affect your credit and how you can fix the problem.

JJ Marcus

Can a Debt Collector Restart the Clock on My Old Debt?
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Can a Debt Collector Restart the Clock on My Old Debt?

One of our readers checked their credit report and found an old debt that looks new. Is that legal?

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Can My Co-Signer Sue Me?
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Can My Co-Signer Sue Me?

Whether a co-signer can sue depends on your arrangement ahead of signing together on the dotted line.

Christine DiGangi

Want to Buy & Forgive Debt Like John Oliver? Not So Fast
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Want to Buy & Forgive Debt Like John Oliver? Not So Fast

Want to Buy & Forgive Debt Like John Oliver? Not So Fast

Bob Sullivan

7 Questions Every Debt Collector Should Be Able to Answer
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7 Questions Every Debt Collector Should Be Able to Answer

Here are 7 questions that can help you spot a debt collector scam.

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3 Things to Do Before Calling Back a Debt Collector
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3 Things to Do Before Calling Back a Debt Collector

A debt collector called. What now?

Bob Sullivan

How to Figure Out How Much Debt You Really Have
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How to Figure Out How Much Debt You Really Have

Know how to find the total debt you carry between credit cards, loans and mortgages

Jeanine Skowronski

What You Need to Know About Settling a Credit Card Debt
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What You Need to Know About Settling a Credit Card Debt

Trying to get out of credit card debt is challenging. Here is what you need to know before you settle your credit card debt with a collection agency.

Christine DiGangi

Debt Collectors Calling About a Debt You Don't Owe? You're Not Alone
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Debt Collectors Calling About a Debt You Don't Owe? You're Not Alone

Debt Collectors Calling About a Debt You Don't Owe? You're Not Alone

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Title Loans vs. Payday Loans: A Side-by-Side Comparison
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Title Loans vs. Payday Loans: A Side-by-Side Comparison

Thinking of taking out a payday loan or title loan? Consider these facts first.

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