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Include everyone you know of and just make sure to keep the paper work ready for anyone in the future that tried to collect it. If the debt was not sold by the original card company then you should not have much of a problem in the future; if it was sold it can be a pain as it may jump around to a handful of other debt buying agents before someone does their job and deletes it.
What else can I help you with?
Do collection agencies have to have a written agreement between themselves and the original creditor?
No they don't, usually the OC hires or farm out their accounts that are in collection status to CA's.
If your credit cards are in collections do you have to report the name and address of the credit card company or the collection agency that has taken over the account when filing bk?
The new bankruptcy law requires that you list the original credit. However, I recommend reporting both. It doesn't cost you any extra money because the bankruptcy court mails out the notices and the harassing phone clals will stop sooner if you notify the collection agencies as well as the creditors.
Why original creditors sale accounts to a collection agency?
Original creditors sale their accounts to collection agencies when the account has been past due and they have not effectively collected. At that time, the original creditor will charge off the balance from their accounts receivable and turn the account over to a collection agency. When the collection agency collects the debt, a portion of the amount received is paid the the collection agency and the remainder is returned to the original creditor as profit.
What is a first party Collection agency?
That's the original creditor's "in house" collection department. They are NOT subject to the FDCPA as are 3rd party collection agencys.
Do you still need to pay a company if you are paying a collection agency for the charged off debt?
No, as they are the legal agent of the original Creditor and the arrangements made with the collection agency are binding on the original Creditor.
How do collection agencies get addresses?
Collection agencies have a couple of ways to get your address. They can either get your original address from the original creditor or by skip tracing.
Is it legal for a collection agency to try to collect on a debt that was released in bankruptcy and then sold to the collection agency by the original creditor bank?
Legal or not, this happens every day. Inform the collection agency and the original lender that this was included in the bankruptcy. The collection agency may want to see proof but usually the original lender will call and request that - that particular account be sent back. Make sure you get something in writing from the original lender--and that the collection agency REMOVES their account off your credit report--check your report 3 to 6 months later, to make sure this has been done. If you don't want to wait--send a copy of the signed letter on the lender's letterhead to all 3 collection agencies and wait for their response. Even though it will take about 30 days--this is the quickest way.
Can collection agencies remove items from your credit report?
No, collection agencies cannot remove items from your credit report. Only the credit bureaus or the original creditor can remove negative items from your credit report.
If you owe a company money and it is placed in collections can you pay the original company or do u have to pay the collection agencies?
You have to pay the collection agency. The original company has a signed contract with the collection agency and they pay the collection agency a % of what they collect from you. That's how they make their $$. The original company did not want to have the outstanding balance on their books.
Do collection agencies have to have a written agreement between themselves and the original creditor?
No they don't, usually the OC hires or farm out their accounts that are in collection status to CA's.
If your credit cards are in collections do you have to report the name and address of the credit card company or the collection agency that has taken over the account when filing bk?
The new bankruptcy law requires that you list the original credit. However, I recommend reporting both. It doesn't cost you any extra money because the bankruptcy court mails out the notices and the harassing phone clals will stop sooner if you notify the collection agencies as well as the creditors.
Do you need to include account numbers for both the collection agency and the original creditor on your bankruptcy form?
Include the original account number if you are including the original creditor. Include the account number for the collection agency if you do not have the orignal creditor information and are including them as "Care Of" for service.
What are Arizona's laws concerning original creditors collection agencies third party collectors lawsuits bankruptcy and SOL?
Wow! I am afraid that would take a considerable length of time to impart all that info. In general original creditors do not have to follow the FDCPA when pursuing collections (but they usually do).All other collection agencies do have to adhere to the FDCPA. Only attorneys can initiate lawsuits. Federal BK statutes apply in Arizona, but there are state exemptions which can also be used (simplified explanation). The SOL is 3 years on credit card debt. You may want to consult www.azleg.state.az.us for more info. Or email me if I can be of any further help.
Why original creditors sale accounts to a collection agency?
Original creditors sale their accounts to collection agencies when the account has been past due and they have not effectively collected. At that time, the original creditor will charge off the balance from their accounts receivable and turn the account over to a collection agency. When the collection agency collects the debt, a portion of the amount received is paid the the collection agency and the remainder is returned to the original creditor as profit.
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 do i find out who the original debt is owed to if two colection agencies are trying to collect?
Ask the collection agencies. They have to reveal who the debt was incurred through, The real question is why are there TWO agencies collecting the same debt? Be sure that there aren't two separate amounts owed to the original creditor.
Do collection agencies usually garnish wages?
Collection agencies are usually retained by the establishment that you owe the defaulted debt to, if the borrower ( person in debt) does not want to work with the collection agency handling their debt, the collection agency will then document the account as a refusal then send the account back to the original lender then they will garnish your wages until the life of the loan is paid off.
