pre-authorized debits often continue even after request to stop them have been made. Therefore the steps outlined below should be carefully followed to avoid further debits or to recover them if the are improperly made.
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FTC Puts New Restrictions Debt Settlement Companies to Curb Abuses
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010The Federal Trade Commission Puts New Restrictions Debt Settlement Companies to Curb Abuses the FTC Had Ignored Despite Repeated Calls by Consumer Advocates and Enforcement Actions Brought By 20 States.
What Debt Collectors Can and Cannot Do?
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009People who are experiencing serious debt problems face many difficult decisions. If they feel that they are unable to pay their creditors and debt, they may face the difficult choice of whether to consider a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. These difficult decisions are often exacerbated by constant, harassing phone calls from debt collectors.
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is Intended to Protect Consumers from Abusive Practices by Debt Collectors.