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

With federal oversight in retreat, deep-pocketed collection companies are aggressively pursuing down-and-out consumers who are struggling with record levels of credit card debt. Meanwhile, consumer ...

Southwest Recovery Services has published a 2026 guide to Houston commercial debt collection agencies.

Commercial debt collection agencies typically charge contingency fees ranging from 15% to 50% of recovered amounts, with businesses paying nothing upfront and only when collections succeed. Collection ...

Garland, Texas ranked as the top city for the highest debt collection accounts in the nation. Eight Texas cities, including Dallas and Houston, were in the top 10 locations with the most collection ...

Americans are carrying significant credit card debt from month to month. The typical balance is now $6,300, up nearly $1,000 from two years ago. And with the average card interest rate hitting 23%, ...

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