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Charged Off as Bad Debt: An Explainer

Credit Corp

When you miss too many payments, your creditor may charge off the debt. When your debt is charged off as a bad debt, don’t fool yourself into thinking it goes away. A charged off debt can lead to harassing phone calls, garnished wages, and a major drop in your credit score. in the final quarter of 2019.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

The Colorado UCCC, in addition to the federal FDCPA, gives additional safeguards to original creditors, third-party debt collectors, and debt buyers. Under the UCC, debt collection agencies aren’t allowed to take part in unfair and unethical debt collection practices such as: .