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As a credit card borrow you need to know the federal government guarantees you some rights that protects you from predatory lenders and collection agency.
Your rights as a credit card borrower are protected by FDCPA Act
FDCPA Act or in full The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act spells out certain guidelines to which collection agencies must adhere. Some highlights include: not calling a borrower between 9 P.M. and 8 A.M.; not using obscene language to threaten or intimidate borrowers; not calling a borrower’s employer without written permission; and not speaking to anyone about the debt expect the borrower, the lender, an authorized signer or representative, and the credit bureaus.
To download and read a full PDF article of the act visit FDCPA Act Page
For short summary of credit card debtors rights visit here and here
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