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How Do Collections Accounts Affect Your Credit?

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In fact, once the lender has hired a debt collection agency, you will make payment directly to the agency instead of the original creditor. Credit scores are used by lenders, landlords, and other businesses to evaluate your creditworthiness or your ability to pay back debts and manage credit responsibly.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) does not apply to original creditors or cover company obligations. The Colorado UCCC, in addition to the federal FDCPA, gives additional safeguards to original creditors, third-party debt collectors, and debt buyers.

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Charged Off as Bad Debt: An Explainer

Credit Corp

Once you have enough money to negotiate, contact the original creditor. Let the creditor know how much you can pay and that you’re able to make the payment today in exchange for calling the debt paid off and removing the charge-off from your credit report. Reach out to the creditor for help. Card Details.