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A debt does not have to be reported to a credit bureau in order for the business to pursue collections, sue or place the account with a collection agency. If a debt is owed, it can be collected by phone calls, letters, personal visits or through the court system.

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Q: If your debt is not included in the credit bureau can you be sued by the debtholder?
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Can you report a debt someone owes you to the credit bureau if they are not paying?

no


How do I obtain a personal debt list?

I would assume through a credit bureau


What if a creditor is not on your credit report but trying to collect a debt?

You must pay all of your legitimate debts. A creditor is not required to report a debt to a credit bureau in order to collect the debt you owe.


Where can I get debt consolidation?

You can get credit score advice and debt consolidation information from your banker. They can order a credit bureau score for you and tell you what your score is, how to clean up your credit and perhaps lend you funds to consolidate and pay down the debt faster.


Is bad credit wiped away if you move to another country?

If you leave the country your credit will not be wiped clean. The "black" marks will remain on your credit bureau for 7 years after the date of your last payment to the debt(acknoledgement of the debt) Different countries have their own credit bureau's ie. Canada, US. However it is possible for a creditor to transfer the bad debt onto the credit bureau of the country you reside. Running away will not fix your credit problems. The best option is to deal with your individual creditors and make arrangements.


What is the purpose of transunion credit bureau?

The TransUnion Credit Bureau, or TransUnion Canada, is an international organization that was founded in 1989; it is one of two major credit reporting agencies in Canada. It allows its customers to view their credit scores, reports, and manage credit debt.


How do small businesses report clients to the credit bureau?

Consult with a debt collector. They have the legal qualifications to report to credit reporting agencies.


Can a debt to a foreign creditor be reported to a US credit bureau?

Yes, if there is a legal contract saying that the money is owed it can be reported to the credit bureau. It is up to them to determine if it falls under American Law.


What are some helpful credit card debt management services?

There are many credit card debt management services available. Some of the following have an A plus rating with the Better Business Bureau: Consolidated Credit Services and Step Change Credit Services.


How does a company report someone to the credit bureau?

The original creditor either sells the debt to a collection agency or the collection agency may aquire the debt on a contingency basis. At any rate once the account is in collections 30 days from the date of turn over the collection agency has the right to report the account to the credit bureau. Accounts are sent to the credit bureau via internet with encrypted files.


How do you get a credit card debt that was included in a bankruptcy removed from your credit report?

Write a letter of dispute to the credit repository. Include copies of your drivers license, social security card, utility bill, and your bankruptcy papers showing the referenced account. Ask that the bureau remove all notations other than "included (or discharged) in bankruptcy". Request a complete credit report after the account has been corrected. Repeat, as needed.


What is the law against billing someone for a debt that they do not owe?

You have to prove that you do not owe the debt. If it goes to court. A way to do that would be canceled checks, money order receipt, credit card or bank statement. If this is just an account in collection, the collection agency must prove you owe the debt. Demand, in writing, that evidence be produced showing you clearly owe the debt. If it has reached your credit report or credit file, dispute the listing on your report with the credit bureau. Tell them why you do not owe the debt. Having a document like I recommended above when you would be in court, is helpful when disputing with the credit bureau. Best of luck.