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Can an account be sent to collections if you are making monthly payments?
If the payments are not suitable in size to the creditor, then yes. This commonly happens with medical bills. Hospitals and clinics are not required to extend the courtesy of credit to anyone. Payment in full tends to be the policy. If you owe thousands and are only paying a small amount (like 50 every month) they will send it to collections.
What if your bill is sent to collections before it is due?
It is unusual for a creditor to send a bill for collections before 30 days past due. If however this happens, your best bet is to contact the original creditor and notify them that you refuse to deal with the collection agency they have hired, that you are requesting a full reconcilliation of your account and the charges, and upon receipt of this you will again contact them to arrange payment. Additionally, request that the creditor call the debt back from the collection agency. It may be necessary for you to notify each party in writing to get collections to stop. Once you have done so, however, be certain to notify the original creditor that they must remove any reference of bad debt from your credit report. Collection law is not difficult to understand, but it can be a bit cumbersome to wade through. Most collection laws fall under the Federal Fair Debt collections Practices Act and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Each state additionally has Fair Debt Collections laws. See the links below for the FDCPA and Gramm-Leach-Bliley. The state laws are too many and varied to list, but are not difficult to find on line for each state.
What is the difference between pre-charge off and post-charge off accounts?
A pre-charge off is when the creditor is giving the debtor notice that the account is in default and will be sent to collections if a payment agreement is not made by a specified date. Post-charge off is when the account has been sent to collections, sold to a third party creditor or referred to a legal firm for further action.
Can you go to small claims court if your bill has been sent to collections?
Yes. Collections alone cannot order you to pay; you must pay voluntarily. With a small claims judgment, the creditor can attach the judgment to your assets.
What is the requirement of the company before they can send your obligation to a credit service company who attempts to collect the debt?
The creditor has no obligation to inform the debtor that the debt is being sent to collections, although they generally will attempt to resolve the matter before taking such action. The exception is the repossession of vehicles which in a few US states require the lender to notify the borrower at least 10 days before taking any action.
Can your unpaid bills be sent to collections if you are making an attempt to pay them?
Yes. The creditor is not required to accept a payment arrangement, and at any time may transfer the debt to inside collections, or an outside collection agency. (For non-credit card debts)
What if a medical provider accepted payment for a service that was less than it billed but did not bill you for the existing balance just sent you to collections without notifying you?
The medical provider can legally take such action. They are not required to notify the debtor that they are sending the outstanding debt to collections.
Does having a bill sent to collections negatively impact your credit score?
Yes, having a bill sent to collections can negatively impact your credit score.
Is it typical for the bank not to notify you of repossession?
They would normally send you statements reminding you that your balance is past due, and the vehicle could be repossessed if the matter isn't settled. The creditor normally won't inform you of when the order for repossession actually is sent out, and you won't normally be informed that your vehicle is being repossessed until the repo man shows up to claim it.
Can collections hurt your credit score?
Yes, collections can hurt your credit score. When a debt is sent to collections, it indicates that you have not paid it as agreed, which can lower your credit score.
Can private parking tickets be sent to collections?
Yes, private parking tickets can be sent to collections if they are not paid. This means that a collection agency may pursue payment on behalf of the parking company.
If a bill has been sent to collections is it better to pay the creditor the full amount or pay the collection agency?
AnswerOnce the account has been placed with a collection agency, it usually doesn't matter who you pay. Sometimes the bank will accept your $$, other times, they will refer you to the CA (agency).If the agency treated you in an abusive matter, then by all means report the behavior to the creditor and pay them dirrectly. A sympathetic ear in their office can get you a really good deal on settling.It matters, pay the creditor.
