If a bill lands in collections, the fallout escalates quickly. So, you should know what to expect and how to fix it.

If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you recently had an unpaid Verizon bill that went into collections. Before reading further, you should get a current copy of your credit report to see if it’s ...

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If your debt is sent to collections you'll need to take immediate steps to avoid the financial impacts. / Credit: Siriporn Kaenseeya / EyeEm If you have debts in collection, you're not alone. In ...

One of the most difficult problems in estate planning is determining how to handle personal collections and other special assets. Often the owner has devoted more than money to these assets. The ...

Allowing customers to extend their payment deadlines by 30, 60, 90 days or more is akin to extending an interest-free loan at your expense. While it may seem like a small concession in the short term, ...

AFNI Inc. is a collection agency with a global reach working from U.S. branches in Kentucky, Illinois, Arizona and Alabama. If you get phone calls or letters from AFNI, Inc., you should know you’re ...

If you see an account in collections on your credit report, it's understandable to feel stressed. Collections, even when paid, can potentially lower your credit score and impact your approval odds for ...

Jerry Brown is a personal finance writer based in Baton Rouge, La. He's been writing about personal finance for three years. Financial products he enjoys covering include credit cards, personal loans, ...