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If you owe someone money, the time since you began owing it is irrelevant. If anything, they may top the debt up with late fees and interests. Your best advice is to pay them now, provided the debt is legal and not already paid or otherwise dealt with.

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Q: Should you have to pay an outstanding bill from ten years ago if they have just contacted you about it?
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