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Courts close rogue Debt Collection Agency

UK debt collections

The High Court has shut down a rogue Debt Collection Agency it has emerged. The Debt Collection Agency spuriously claimed to be able to collect debts from liquidated companies. Global Investigations and Recoveries Ltd would contact creditors of liquidated companies.

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How Collection Agencies Trace a Debtor?

Taurus Collect

However, hiring a reputed debt collection agency will significantly help you as they will use multiple methods to locate your debtors and help you effectively gather your amounts. Here are a few primary resources that a debt collection agency uses to find people: Information on your credit application. Credit bureaus.

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A Good Collection Agency

Taurus Collect

Let’s go straight in on this one, because we know what makes a good collection agency. So here are 5 tips to choose a good collection agency for your business: Reputation & trustworthiness – always look for an agency with at least 5 years of trading history. How To Find A Good Collection Agency.

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New Mexico Joins Operation Labeled “Corrupt Collector” and Sues Three Collection Agencies

Troutman Sanders

New Mexico’s Attorney General Hector Balderas announced on September 29 that his office has filed three lawsuits against debt collection companies. In his statement , Balderas explained that these lawsuits are part of a larger “crackdown” aimed at educating consumers and eliminating abusive debt collection practices within the state.

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3 Tips for Hiring a Debt Collection Agency

National Service Bureau

In reality, debt collection agencies are the most useful means to get someone who has a legitimate contractual obligation to make good on their promise so that the honest businessman (perhaps yourself or your company) on the other side of the trade doesn’t get left holding the bag. Research the Company.

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How will Hunstein v. Preferred Collection & Mgmt. Impact The Collections Industry?

Credit Management Company

Everyone in the debt collection industry is familiar with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA). Reputable collections agencies willingly follow these rules and treat patients with compassion and respect. Preferred Collection and Management Services, Inc. Now the FDCPA is in the news again. Balance owned.

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Why ‘Free Debt Collection’ can cost too much

UK debt collections

Across the land, some unsuspecting Small Business owners and Company CEO’s will be screaming “get some cheap debt collectors” or “find a no win no fee debt collection agency” As with any service or product, cheap is rarely ever cheerful. There is a darker side to the Debt Collection industry.