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Q: Can a 10 year old debt still be collected in South Africa?
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What services does the company known as Debt Busters offer?

Debt Busters is a debt consolidation company based out of South Africa, it has been in operation since 2008. Of all the debt management companies in South Africa, they are the largest.


Can you be arrested for outstanding debt on the airport in south Africa?

Yes you can.


What is the statute barred limit in South Africa for old debt?

3 years or when the debt already had it birthday


How long after bad debt can it be collected?

A bad debt can be collected on indefinitely. The debt is owed until it is paid or written off by the creditor or individual.


Can a debt incurred in the UK be collected in South Africa you need legal advice as an agency is after you and you are not in a position to pay this debt at the moment Should you contact the agency?

Yes it can ! Depending on how resilient the company is - they can chase you round the planet to recover their debt ! If necessary, they can even have you deported back to the UK to face a court of law ! Better to settle on an agreed repayment plan !


Can HSBC pursue you for credit card debt in Dubai after you relocated to South Africa?

Eventually they will.. i suppose.


When placed with a law firm for legal litigation can they still charge interest?

Assuming you are talking about a debt that is being collected from you, yes.


Can a debt be collected after 17 years?

In the United States, the statute of limitations on collecting a debt varies by state but typically ranges from 3 to 10 years. After this period, the creditor may no longer legally sue you for the debt, but they can still attempt to collect it through other means like contacting you for payment. It's important to check your state's specific laws on debt collection for accurate information.


How much money can you make as a debt collector what percentage of debt collected should I be receiving?

The average salary of a debt collector is 28,000 dollars. The percentage given as a commission varies from 3 to 5% of the debt being collected. In some companies, it is even a larger percentage.


If a delinquent account was never reported and it suddenly appears on your credit report 5 or 6 years later are you still responsible for that debt?

A consumer's responsibility for a debt is a separate issue than credit reporting. If you owed a debt 5 or 6 years ago, and never paid it, you still owe it. There is a statute of limitations for how long a debt can be collected, another for how long a consumer can be sued over a debt and another for how long a debt can show on your credit report.


Who founded the pennsylvannia colony?

William Penn when he collected the king's debt to his father.


How long can after a charged off debt can a credit card debt be collected by another company that has purchased the debt?

Depends on which USA state where you live - Check Debt with Statute of Limitations; and http://www.bcsalliance.com/y_debt_sol.html