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I don't think there is a law stating a debt collector cannot call from a blocked number. That would be like saying the letter they mail you needs to have a return address on it. Check out this link for a consumer guide to debt collection.
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Is it legal for a debt collector to leave a phone message this is an attempt to collect a debt?
It is only legal for a debt collector to leave a phone message if it is your personal phone. They can not leave a message if others are able to hear it.
If neither the original creditor nor the debt collector has your Social Security number can the debt collector use some means find your number and attach it to the debt?
Yes. There are hundreds of databases available to a debt collector where they could find your SSN.
Is there any way to block debt collection predictive dialer calls?
If you answer the phone when a debt collector calls, you can tell them not to call you back. That is part of Fair Debt Collection laws that were passed in a few years ago. They can still contact you through the mail, but wont
Can a debt collector for a cell phone company take your income taxes?
No. Only the government can take your taxes, but a debt collector can get a court judgment against you and take your pay check.
What is the duration of The Debt Collector?
The duration of The Debt Collector is 1.82 hours.
When was The Debt Collector created?
The Debt Collector was created on 1999-06-25.
When was The Debt Collector - novel - created?
The Debt Collector - novel - was created in 2007.
Is it ok for collection agencies to call your family?
Depends on what they say. They would not be able to identify them-self as a debt collector, but could ask them to tell you to give them a call, or to try to find a new phone number or address for you. While your family might assume to know the call is a debt collector, unless they said it they are not breaking any rules.
If one collection agency buys your debt and charges interest and then sells it to another debt collector can that new debt collector collect on the old interest?
Yes. The new debt collector bought the entire debt, including interest that was added on. You will be responsible for the entire debt.
Do debt collectors have to provide consumers a toll-free number?
There is no requirement for a debt collector to provide a toll-free number, but most do, because it improves response rates.
How can you avoid debt collector's harassment?
To avoid debt's collector harassment, it is important to settle your debts in time.
Can a debt collector call police to collect a debt?
No.
