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What has been the trend of the public debt over the past 20 years?

To just keep borrowing more money money and raising the debt level even further into debt.


If you have a charged off debt past 7 years can a new company get a collection company to collect the debt?

I don't know what state you reside in, or how the debt is classified However, it seems possible that the SOL has expired. Write the company and ask for a confirmation of the debt. Don't do anything until you receive it, and check the SOL in state pertaining to the type of debt you have.


How can I remove old debt from my credit report?

To remove old debt from your credit report, you can start by checking the statute of limitations on the debt in your state. If the debt is past this limit, you can dispute it with the credit bureaus as "time-barred" and request its removal. You can also negotiate with the creditor to settle the debt or pay it off in exchange for them removing it from your report. Additionally, you can work with a credit repair agency to help you navigate the process.


How much do debt reduction and debt consolidation assistance companies charge for their services?

Debt consolidation and debt reduction companies generally charge a percentage of the debt reduction amount and may also include other fees. There are many different companies that offer these services and their charges and fees may vary.


What point can you request a settlement on credit card debt?

Settlement usually occurs when the account is past due and has been closed. You can either try to settle with the credit card company, or the debt collector that the credit company sold the account to.