As debt relief scams become more sophisticated, it's easier than ever to fall for one. Watch out for these 7 debt relief scams so you can protect yourself.

Many Americans are deep in the red. In fact, household debt hit $18.59 trillion in the third quarter of 2025, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. As people find themselves drowning in ...

Federal law gives consumers 30 days to demand written verification of any collection account, and bars debt relief fees ...

Debt settlement companies technically aren't allowed to charge fees until after lowering a consumer's debt. But a loophole in the Telemarketing Sales Rule — and a mish-mash of federal and state laws — ...

Members of the military and their families are being warned of an ongoing scam targeting them with promises of debt relief. According to the Federal Trade Commission, scammers trick the targets into ...

One Payment Plan is urging consumers to recognize common warning signs and ask questions before choosing a debt relief ...

Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Nevada Attorney General’s Office jointly filed suit against a group of tax debt relief companies operating under the “American Tax Service” brand, ...

Tax relief phone call scams are common year-round, and criminals use them to get money and commit identity theft. There is an IRS tax debt compromise option, however, that could allow you to settle ...

Debt relief and credit counseling both help consumers climb out of debt. But they have different requirements, costs and drawbacks.

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