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Hiring the right collection agency has its advantages

American Profit Recovery

In the not too distant past, a business that hired a collection agency was doing so as a last resort. They had customers that were not paying, they called, sent letters, and decided that the only thing they could do was to get rid of that customer and send them to collections. Getting paid quicker. Keeping your customers.

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How Effective Are Collection Agencies?

Nexa Collect

Collecting outstanding debt isn’t an easy process. Companies will generally try to collect on their outstanding accounts internally before passing their most egregious cases on to an external debt collection agency. Are collection agencies effective enough to warrant their fees? But how wise is this?

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How Effective Are Collection Agencies?

Nexa Collect

Collecting outstanding debt isn’t an easy process. Companies will generally try to collect on their outstanding accounts internally before passing their most egregious cases on to an external debt collection agency. Are collection agencies effective enough to warrant their fees? But how wise is this?

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FCRA Claim for “Misleading” Double-Reporting of Debt by Original Creditor and Collection Agency Survives Motion to Dismiss

Troutman Sanders

The credit union then assigned the debt to a third-party collection agency. Following the assignment, the collection agency opened its own tradeline for the debt, while the credit union also continued to report the debt.

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What Happens if you Ignore a Debt Collection Agency

Nexa Collect

If you ignore a debt collection agency, several potential consequences could affect your financial well-being and peace of mind: Persistent Contact : Debt collection agencies might persist in attempting to contact you through phone calls, letters, and possibly emails. This can be stressful and disruptive.

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Can a Collection Agency Report to the Credit Bureau Without Notifying You?

Credit Corp

If you or someone you know has dealt with a collection agency, you know how trying it can be. Debt collection agencies have a long history of harassment and illegal practices. Can a collection agency report to a credit bureau without notifying you? A collection account can significantly affect credit score.

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Common Myths About Using a Collection Agency

Credit Management Company

Therefore, many people find themselves encountering collection agencies at one point or another. Unfortunately, much of what people “know” about the debt collection industry relies more on myths than facts. When people believe these myths about using a collection agency, they often run into trouble.