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Top 6 Complaints Against Debt Collection Companies

National Service Bureau

That is why it is so important for organizations to choose a collection agency that falls on the right side of the fence in what is otherwise a huge grey area. With that in mind, here are the top 4th, 5th, and 6th most prevalent complaints against debt collection agencies in 2014: #6: Taking or threatening to take an illegal action.

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How to Get Debt Collectors to Stop Calling after Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Some debts are not dischargeable : Student loans Some taxes Overdue child and spousal support Debts arising from willful and reckless acts, embezzlement, fraud, or larceny Any debts you did not list when you filed for bankruptcy (unscheduled debts) unless the creditor learns of your bankruptcy case. Give the caller your case number.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

million to consumers harmed by Arete Financial Group, a student loan debt relief operation that tricked consumers into making illegal upfront payments by pretending to be affiliated with the U.S. Department of Education and falsely promising student loan debt relief.