Pay-for-delete promises to erase collection debt from your credit report, but the results of this strategy can vary.

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The Federal Trade Commission’s first “Debt Collection Dialogue” took place Monday afternoon in Buffalo for a reason. There are around 4,700 debt collectors employed in the Buffalo Niagara region, and ...

Learn what is the statute of limitations on debt, how it varies by state and when debt may no longer be collectible. See how long creditors have to sue.

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