Debt Settlement Crackdown

NEW YORK (AP) – Companies that promise to reduce or eliminate credit card balances and other debt for customers will no longer be allowed to charge an upfront fee.  Read More →

Is Dad responsible for stepmom’s credit card debt after her death?

Responsibility for debt after the debtor’s death comes down to who signed the contract and what state they’re in  Read More →

Is Dad responsible for stepmom’s credit card debt after her death?

Responsibility for debt after the debtor’s death comes down to who signed the contract and what state they’re in  Read More →

‘Debt relief’ firms can cost more, ruin credit

Dear Action Line: What can you tell me about these ‘debt relief’ firms that advertise on late-night cable TV? M.H., Tulsa.  Read More →

‘Debt relief’ firms can cost more, ruin credit

Dear Action Line: What can you tell me about these ‘debt relief’ firms that advertise on late-night cable TV? M.H., Tulsa.  Read More →

Investors Should Sell Japan Sovereign Default Swaps, Credit Agricole Says

Investors should sell credit-default swaps on Japanese government debt because prices overlook the nations improving economic growth outlook, according to Credit Agricole SA.  Read More →