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YES, but there may be statutes of limitation in your state of residence when you incurred the debt, regarding a particular type/category of debt -- you would have to check further along that line. If the debt is not of a category having statutes of limitations, then the creditors can continue collection effort or resell the debt to a collection agency (that can then continue the collection effort) pretty much until they decide to quit spending time and resources on the effort. Even your death won't prohibit creditors from pursuing your estate. This is a primary reason for the existence of personal bankruptcy -- to legally terminate some or all debt that you are not capable of paying.
What else can I help you with?
Can the bill collector who bought the bad credit card charge interest over the interest that has already accumulated before?
Collection agencies can only charge interest if you agreed to it in your original contract. If they actually bought the debt they shouldn't be able to charge any additional interest on it since you did not sign a contract with them allowing them to do so. Please keep in mind that not all collection agencies buy debt. Some are still collecting on behalf of the original creditor which means interest and fees could continue to accrue.
Can a creditor keep selling the debt to new collection agencies and start the clock ticking again as soon as it gets close to the 7 year limit?
I am assuming you are referring to the debtors CR. In which case the answer is No! The time limit for a debt to be removed from a CR, generally begins six months after the date of last activity on the account.
How can I request a debt validation letter from a collection agency?
To request a debt validation letter from a collection agency, you can send a written request within 30 days of being contacted by the agency. In your letter, ask for proof that the debt is valid and provide your contact information. Keep a copy of your letter for your records.
How can I remove a collection agency from my credit report?
To remove a collection agency from your credit report, you can dispute the debt with the credit bureaus if you believe it is inaccurate or outdated. You can also negotiate with the collection agency to pay off the debt in exchange for them removing it from your report. It's important to keep documentation of any agreements made.
What steps should I take if I receive a letter from a collection agency regarding my outstanding debt?
If you receive a letter from a collection agency about your debt, the first step is to review the letter carefully and verify the debt is yours. Contact the collection agency to discuss payment options or negotiate a settlement. Make sure to keep records of all communication and payments made. It's important to address the debt promptly to avoid further consequences like damage to your credit score.
How do you find out who you owe if the collection agencies keep selling the account?
When a consumer receives a notice from a collection agency requesting payment of a debt, the consumer should always present to the agency a written request for confirmation of the debt owed.
Can they legally keep selling your old debt to other collection agencies to keep the debt active?
YES, but your question is not well thought-out. There may be statutes of limitation in your state of residence when you incurred the debt, regarding a particular type/category of debt -- you would have to check further along that line. If the debt is not of a category having statutes of limitations, then the creditors can continue collection effort or resell the debt to a collection agency (that can then continue the collection effort) pretty much until they decide to quit spending time and resources on the effort. Even your death won't prohibit creditors from pursuing your estate. This is a primary reason for the existence of personal bankruptcy -- to legally terminate some or all debt that you are not capable of paying.
Do you have to pat a collection agency?
Assuming you mean "pay" instead of "pat," the answer is no. However, if the debt is yours - you can be sued for it. And if the collection agency wins, you can have your wages garnished or your checking account. Keep in mind that each state has a different statute of limitations (SOL) for debt, and collection agencies often try to collect on debt that is past the SOL. Once it is past the SOL, you cannot be sued for it.
Should you keep records of telephone calls received from the debt collector outside of legally allowed hours 8am to 9pm?
Yes. Agencies can be sued for like $1000.00 per violation of collection laws.
If your original creditor was removed from your credit report can you dispute the collection agencies still showing the debt and have them removed also?
No, the original crditor was removed because the account was sold to a third party collector. The entry will remain on the report for the required 7 years from the DLA. You can dispute the collection agency entries as well. Often times if you have paid the debt, the collection agency will no longer keep records, thus be unable to prove the debt when you dispute it. They more than likely won't even respond, as they got their money and don't care anymore.
Can the bill collector who bought the bad credit card charge interest over the interest that has already accumulated before?
Collection agencies can only charge interest if you agreed to it in your original contract. If they actually bought the debt they shouldn't be able to charge any additional interest on it since you did not sign a contract with them allowing them to do so. Please keep in mind that not all collection agencies buy debt. Some are still collecting on behalf of the original creditor which means interest and fees could continue to accrue.
Can a creditor keep selling the debt to new collection agencies and start the clock ticking again as soon as it gets close to the 7 year limit?
I am assuming you are referring to the debtors CR. In which case the answer is No! The time limit for a debt to be removed from a CR, generally begins six months after the date of last activity on the account.
How can you keep a collection agency from taking your car?
Pay off your debt.Pay off your debt.Pay off your debt.Pay off your debt.
Can you sue a debt collector for harassing you at work after you told them not to call you there?
Absolutely, but there are steps you should take first, like documentation through letter writing and filing a complaint with the Federal Trade Commision, which regulates collection agencies. Check out the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (see Web Links on the right) or search Federal Debt Collection Practices Act and you can find what your rights are and what to do to keep them intact. Good luck.
How can I request a debt validation letter from a collection agency?
To request a debt validation letter from a collection agency, you can send a written request within 30 days of being contacted by the agency. In your letter, ask for proof that the debt is valid and provide your contact information. Keep a copy of your letter for your records.
How can I remove a collection agency from my credit report?
To remove a collection agency from your credit report, you can dispute the debt with the credit bureaus if you believe it is inaccurate or outdated. You can also negotiate with the collection agency to pay off the debt in exchange for them removing it from your report. It's important to keep documentation of any agreements made.
What steps should I take if I receive a letter from a collection agency regarding my outstanding debt?
If you receive a letter from a collection agency about your debt, the first step is to review the letter carefully and verify the debt is yours. Contact the collection agency to discuss payment options or negotiate a settlement. Make sure to keep records of all communication and payments made. It's important to address the debt promptly to avoid further consequences like damage to your credit score.
