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Absolutely not. If the collector has done so, file a complaint with the attorney general of your state, as well as speak with a local attorney regarding your rights.
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Can an Ohio debt collector garnish your spouses income in Michigan if the debt was originated in Michigan-Are they bound to Ohio law or Michigan law?
The rule is the debt collector is bound by the laws of the state the collection action is being taken in. If the debt collector is not licensed or authorized in that state, it cannot legally act to collect the debt. Check with your state agency that licenses debt collectors. The debt collector can retain a local attorney to collect the debt, of course, and that would be under Michigan Law.
What is the Difference between an attorney and debt collector?
A debt collector is a person who collects debts owed to other people. An attorney is a person qualified to represent parties in a court, and who is specially trained in the law. A debt collector can be an attorney, but need not be one.
How long can a debt collector attempt to collect a debt in Texas?
There is no time limit on how long a creditor/collector can pursue collection action on a debt owed. There are, however, time limits (SOL) on when a collector can initiate a civil suit against the debtor. SOL's are determined by the laws of the debtors state of residence.
How long can a debt collector collect a debt from a judgment if you have moved to South Carolina?
Moving has no affect on a debt. The creditor or his agent the collector may collect against a judgment for ten years from the date of judgment or the date of last payment, which ever is later.
Can you make partial payments to a debt collector and stop a lawsuit?
YES!
Can a credit collection agency threaten felony charges?
No it is a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
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.
Can a Debt Collector Threaten to ruin your credit?
Technically, you have already ruined it. They are just going to report it. If that is what you mean by threaten to ruin your credit, then yes they can. Legally.
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.
If the collection account keeps being sold to another collector at what point does the statutes of limitation start?
An SOL for debt begins from the time the original creditor charges off the debt. It does not begin over when a debt is sold to a third party collector. It can restart if the debtor pays or in some cases agrees to pay any amount on the debt owed.
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.
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.
What is the ISBN of The Debt Collector novel?
The ISBN of The Debt Collector - novel - is 978-1-59705-856-8.
What may debt collectors do?
can a debt collector come to your house to collect a debt
