When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.

In April 2025, Freedom Debt Relief reviewed data from tens of thousands of people actively looking for help with their debt. The numbers might be surprising. A collection account is a debt your ...

Debt collectors don't always play by the rules. Here's what to watch for and how to protect yourself right now.

Collection accounts have become a common issue for borrowers in today's economic landscape. Between issues like persistent inflation, elevated borrowing rates and tighter household budgets, millions ...

Debt collection calls surged in 2025 — over 13,000 complaints in PA. Know your rights and where to get free help.

Collection Debt by the Numbers: The National Picture In April 2025, about one in four people looking for debt relief had at least one account in collections. The average collection balance is $3,027, ...