We analyzed how creditors use courts to collect consumer debt in each county, the kinds of debts most likely to end up in court, and who is most affected in Davidson and Shelby counties.
Continue readingDebt Collection Lawsuits in Shelby County, TN
About 158,600 debt collection cases were filed in Shelby County civil courts between 2016 and March 2023 — 60% of which were by debt collectors and medical providers.
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About 112,000 debt collection cases were filed in Davidson County civil courts between 2016 and March 2023 — two-thirds of which were by high-interest lenders and debt collectors.
Continue reading2020 Income, Poverty, Health Insurance Coverage, and Education in Tennessee’s 95 Counties
On average, Middle Tennessee’s urban counties have the state’s highest education and income and the lowest poverty and uninsured rates.
Continue readingCovid Recession: Tracking Tennessee’s Economic Recovery To Date
The state’s topline economic measures have largely recovered from COVID-19, but there are serious complications and lingering symptoms.
Continue readingHow Criminal Fees and Fines Fund State and County Government in Tennessee
Tennessee’s criminal justice system collects over $200 million in fees & fines each year, yet they play a small and shrinking role in the state and most county budgets.
Continue readingWhat and How Much Will Tennessee Get from the American Rescue Plan
The new federal law could bring $20-30 billion into Tennessee, including $6.3 billion in flexible funds for state and local governments.
Continue reading2019 Income, Poverty, Education, and Insurance Coverage in Tennessee’s 95 Counties
Census data for Tennessee’s 95 counties continue to show large differences in household income, poverty, education level, and health insurance coverage.
Continue readingEconomic Opportunity and Upward Mobility in Tennessee
The biggest differences occur between neighborhoods that are often just miles apart.
Continue readingWhich Tennessee Counties Might See the Largest Drop in Sales Tax Revenue?
As the coronavirus’ economic toll grows, the Great Recession offers clues for how falling sales tax revenues will affect county budgets.
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