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Can creditors contact family members in an attempt to collect debt?
Yes, they can. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the creditor can call family members or neighbors in an attempt to collect a debt.
What are some debt management firms in Scotland?
Some debt management firms in Scotland include StepChange Debt Charity, Citizens Advice Scotland, and Carrington Dean. These organizations offer services such as debt advice, budgeting assistance, and debt consolidation options to help individuals manage and repay their debts effectively.
Can a collection agency try to collect a debt that has been discharged under chapter 7?
No, that's harrassment.
If a person dies with no estate in California can a credito collect from the survaiving spouse?
A creditor can collect a debt from the surviving spouse under certain circumstances in a community property state. Usually, the debt has to have been accrued during the marriage.
Can a collection agency lie about who they are?
No. In fact, they are required by law to notify you of who they are and that they are attempting to collect a debt. This is covered under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
How can a business collect debt?
A business can collect debt by getting a collection agency to collect the debt. A business could also take it up in court or by putting a lien on the debtor's property.
Can a debt collector call police to collect a debt?
No.
If you incur a debt on credit card after you file chapter 13 and are still under the bankruptcy can that credit card company do anything legal to collect your debt?
Declaring bankruptcy does not allow you to go out and spend money without having to pay it back. Yes, the debt is not covered by the Chapter 13 filing, so they can do what they can to collect the new debt.
What may debt collectors do?
can a debt collector come to your house to collect a debt
Where can one seek debt advice in Scotland?
You can seek debt advice in Scotland from the Debt Support Trust Organization. You can contact the Debt Support Trust Organization by phone at 0800 085 0226.
If i didn't list a creditor on your bankruptcy can they still collect there debt?
If it was an unsecured debt, and you did not intend to omit it for some reason that would constitute fraud, it was discharged. If a debt collector is trying to collect it, see a bankruptcy lawyer or a lawyer who handles debt collection defense. You can file for contempt in the bankruptcy court. You may also have rights under state consumer protection laws.
What is a viable method use to collect outstanding debt?
A method to collect outstanding debt is to take legal action. If you sue or threaten to sue someone for a debt, they are likely to pay.
