Having a collection account on your credit report can feel like a heavy burden, as it can significantly impact many areas of your life — and your finances — including your ability to secure loans, ...

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As of July 2025, a federal judge abolished proposed federal rules to remove medical debt from consumer credit reports. Medical debt over $500 will still appear on credit reports after one year in ...

By avoiding these missteps when tackling debt, you could save yourself a lot in terms of stress, time and money.

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