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Daily Digest – October 3. Collector Not Obligated to Notify Creditor of Dispute; Legal Challenges to Student Loan Debt Cancellation Plan Launched

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COLLECTOR NOT OBLIGATED TO NOTIFY CREDITOR OF DISPUTE A judge in Oklahoma has granted a motion to dismiss, ruling the defendant was not obligated under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to notify the original creditor that a debt was being disputed.

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New York Issues New Consumer Debt Collection Requirements for Creditors Pursuing Legal Action

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153/Thomas) into law, many creditors will need to provide significant documentation in order to file a debt collection action against their non-paying consumers. Creditors must provide specific information identifying the amount owed as well as proof that the consumer owes that debt. We have the experience that pays.

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California Private Student Loan Collections

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15 provides the Private Student Loan Collections Reform Act, which is contained in Sections 1788.200 to 1788.211. Section 1788.203 requires all settlement agreements between a private education lender or private education loan collector and a debtor to be documented in open court or otherwise reduced to writing. Title 1.6C.15

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What Happens if you Ignore a Debt Collection Agency

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This can make qualifying for credit cards, loans, mortgages, or even certain jobs harder. Legal Action : The creditor or collection agency may file a lawsuit against you to recover the debt. Credit Score Impact : The collection account may be reported to the credit bureaus, negatively affecting your credit score.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

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Consumer debts include credit card debts, vehicle loans, medical costs, and school loans. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) does not apply to original creditors or cover company obligations. It mandates that debt collectors post a bond to pay the amount owed to the creditor for whom they are collecting.

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What Is Zombie Debt and Why Is It a Problem?

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An example of zombie debt is a three-year-old loan that should be paid off. It may be possible to settle zombie debt with your original creditor. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how a buried debt might rise from the grave: You default on a loan, which means that you have unpaid debt. How Does Zombie Debt Work?

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Does Paying Off Collections Improve Your Credit Score?

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Most creditors still report to old scoring models, so it’s unlikely paying off the debt will improve your credit score. If you’ve gotten behind on payments to a creditor or lender, your debt could be sent to collections after around 120 days of missed payments. ® or VantageScore 4.0®. This is done with a pay for delete letter.