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5 Scary Facts About Debt Collectors

Some debt collection tactics used by agencies violate federal law, the CFPB said in a report.

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5 Scary Facts About Debt Collectors
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5 Scary Facts About Debt Collectors

Some debt collection tactics used by agencies violate federal law, the CFPB said in a report.

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