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There are not laws that pertain to how long a debt is collectible or how long collection action can be taken. There are statute of limitations regarding the length of time a lawsuit can be filed against the debtor for the recovery of monies owed. States establish laws regulating SOL's and their application to different types of debts.

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Q: Is there a legal time frame to collect a charge off debt that has been recently acquired by a second party from the original creditor if the charge off is 10 years old?
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What is does it mean for an original creditor to recall their collection?

Recall of a debt by a creditor is when the original creditor asks for the debt to be returned to them after they have sold it, often to a collection agency. This may occur if the debt has not been collected for a certain amount of time, and the debt will be sold to another agency to collect, or if the debtor offers the original creditor a settlement.


How can you find out if a debt has been written off?

The term "written off" does not mean the debt has been cancelled/forgiven. The term indicates that the original creditor will no longer continue to collect the debt in the usual manner. The debtor will receive a notice from the original creditor of whatever further action will be taken with the account.


Can collection agency collect or report if charge off accounts are deleted after 7 yrs?

Attempt to collect: yes they can attempt to collect long after the 7yr tradeline expiration date. Report: no since the very first account default triggers the 7yr deletion timer not when the collection agency receives it from the original creditor.


What is the normal time before a creditor can use a collection agengy to collect a debt?

Generally a Creditor will wait 180 days from the date of the last payment before passing the account to a Collection Agency


Where do credit reporting agencies collect their information from?

Credit reporting agencies collect their information from several sources, including direct investigation, trade creditor and banking connections, insurance records, and public records

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What is does it mean for an original creditor to recall their collection?

Recall of a debt by a creditor is when the original creditor asks for the debt to be returned to them after they have sold it, often to a collection agency. This may occur if the debt has not been collected for a certain amount of time, and the debt will be sold to another agency to collect, or if the debtor offers the original creditor a settlement.


If a credit card does a charge-off and sends it to a collection agency can the original creditor still try to collect?

yes


Do collection agencies have the right to collect payments since you never signed or agreed to a contract with that company?

Yes, they are contracted to collect on behalf of the original creditor and it's contracts with you.


Is there a limit to how long a creditor can try to collect a debt in England?

it was that if the creditor had not tried to collect within 7 years it was expired


Can a secondary collection agency collect on a charge-off when the debt is over 3 years old and the original creditor has declared bankruptcy?

More than likely. Three years is not long enough for an SOL to expire. What probably happened was, the account was bought from the creditor, which is common practice. The BK of the original creditor, has no relevancy if the debt was sold.


In Arkansas can a collection agency sue you if the original creditor accepts payment on the debt?

If the debt was sold to a collection agency and the original creditor accepted payment AFTER the debt was sold, the money does not belong to them. If, however, you paid the debt and it was mistakingly sol after that payment, the collection agency can't try to collect. If you have proof of payment, forward it to the collection agency and deman in writing that they cease trying to collect this debt.


What is OSI collection services inc?

OSI Collection Service is a "Third Party" Collection agency. Collection agencies buy your information from the original creditor in order to collect on a debt. What this means is that they make money if you pay anything on this debt, not only from the original creditor, but a commission on the payment that you make on that debt.


How can you find out if a debt has been written off?

The term "written off" does not mean the debt has been cancelled/forgiven. The term indicates that the original creditor will no longer continue to collect the debt in the usual manner. The debtor will receive a notice from the original creditor of whatever further action will be taken with the account.


Can a creditor become an administrator of an estate?

Yes, they can. Often a creditor will file for an estate so they can collect their money.


Can a debt collector in the state of Michigan collect on a debt if they have already charged it off?

Yes, the term is used to indicate a debt being written off as uncollectible by the original creditor. The debt however remains valid and subject to collection by a collection agency working for the original creditor or a third party that buys the account.


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.


How long after a repossession can a creditor sue you?

The time frame for a creditor to sue you after a repossession varies by state, but typically it ranges from 2 to 6 years. It's important to check the specific statute of limitations in your state to determine the exact time frame.