Debt collection basics

Can my bank or credit union charge me a fee for processing a garnishment if I receive Social Security or VA benefits?

Can a debt collector garnish my federal benefits?

Can a debt collector try to collect on a debt that was discharged in bankruptcy?

Can a debt collector increase the interest rate on a debt I owe?

What if I believe I do not owe the debt or I want more information about the debt?

Can I be personally responsible for paying my deceased relative's debts and can a debt collector contact me about those debts?

Should I talk to a debt collector?

If someone dies owing a debt, does the debt go away when they die?

Can a debt collector garnish my bank account or my wages?

What may happen if I ignore or avoid a debt collector?