Debt collectors don't always play by the rules. Here's what to watch for and how to protect yourself right now.

More and more Pennsylvanians are swiping credit cards and finding themselves in too much debt for comfort. But when the debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.

It's important to know what your rights actually are when you're dealing with aggressive debt collectors.

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In North Carolina alone, consumer complaints accusing debt collectors of abusive and threatening behavior have increased by more than 10 times since 2024.

When debt collection companies start calling, most people don't know what to do.

Federal Trade Commission data analyzed by WCNC Charlotte shows the number of complaints filed by consumers in the Carolinas has spiked over the last year.