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Do the repo companies have to obey by the fdcpa fair debt collections practice act?
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To put it simply, Yes.
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What is the fine line difference between commercial debt and consumer debt?
Consumer debt is governed by the FDCPA....commercial debt is not.
Can a debt collection agency make calls from the US or Canada into the UK for debt collections?
Not all companies collect outside of the US, but when they do collect, collectors dont have any issue calling international
What states can I speak to a spouse about a debt?
You can speak to anyone in any state about a debt. The only laws concern debt collections hired by companies to collect debts. There are specific laws about time of day, calling a persons employer, and number of calls.
After cancellation of debt can collections still continue?
no
Can you be arrested in Maryland for not paying your payday loan?
No. Payday lending is illegal in Maryland. Contact the Commissioner of Financial Regulation in Maryland. File a complaint. They cannot claim that they can have you arrested. This is also a violation of Federal law, check out the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA). Keep records of your conversations with these collectors, and who you talk to. You could also contact a consumer rights attorney and sue the collector for violation of the FDCPA as well.
What can debt collectors do to collect debt?
Debt collectors (not the original creditor) is governed by this very nifty federal law: Federal Debt Collections and Practices Act (FDCPA). Sample of FDCPA and Sates see below in the link
Is it legal for a collection agency to call at 500 am?
No. It's a violation Of FDCPA or fair debt collections practice act. They can be sued no call before 8am or after 9pm your time zone.
What was the Fair Debt Collection Act?
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that protects consumers from abusive or harassing debt collection practices. It sets guidelines for how debt collectors can communicate with consumers and prohibits practices such as making false statements or threats.
Does law cover commercial collections?
Federal Collection Laws regulate collection laws and practices, for consumer or business debt. Federal Collection Laws are also known as Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
Who founded the fair debt credit collections act?
Congress enacted it in 1978. It was part of the Consumer Credit Protection Act. It was later amended in 2006 by Congress. It's actual name is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
Is a surviving parent responsible for the debt of a deceased child in Pennsylvania?
No - the FDCPA mandates that collections can only be performed against the debt holder. If any collection agency contacts you and says you are liable, record the phone call (get permission if your state requires it), and contact a lawyer. If they're going after debt that is not yours, and telling you details of the debt, they are violating FDCPA all over the place and you can attempt to sue for $1000 per violation. An attorney can help you out in this situation.
What is the fine line difference between commercial debt and consumer debt?
Consumer debt is governed by the FDCPA....commercial debt is not.
How do debt collectors validate a debt if disputed?
They need to provide the signed agreement copies to you and the proof that they purchased debt. Please check FDCPA guidelines for more details. Go to ftc.gov and you will find a copy of FDCPA there.
Can you be a collections agent if you are in collections?
Yes. Companies that you apply to for a collections position that are managing a debt you owe will sometimes refuse your employment as a 'conflict of interest'. Still others may obligate you to repay the debt to eliminate the conflict. Some may even hire you based on a payroll deduction payment plan if unable to resolve the debt immediately. Agencies that are not managing a debt you owe will never know you are in collections unless you tell them and would care less even if they did know.
What companies provide debt collection software?
E-collections is a great leading company in the debt collection software industry. Pamar systems also provides a great debt collection software program.
What debts are covered under fdcpa?
Every and any debt attempted to be collected by a third-party for and in the United States, with additional rules and requirements at State levels which often are the same; this includes companies that buy bad debts if they attempt to collect the debt.
Can you sue an individule for wrongfully tryng to collect a debt?
yes you can read FDCPA at FTC.GOV
