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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

In this article we will answer the question: What can debt collectors do to you? Does Colorado Law Protect Me From Debt Collectors? When collecting a debt from you, collection agencies must adhere to federal and state rules. Fortunately, the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects all states.

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Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)

Better Credit Blog

Having debt in collections can be downright overwhelming, especially when debt collectors bombard you with dozens of phone calls. Debt collectors are notorious for harassing consumers when they seek repayment, calling excessively and threatening to take actions that may not be legal. Table of Contents.

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Analysis of a Scam Email – “The Webster Law Firm” and Speedy Cash

Debt Free Colorado

Also, it’s a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) for a third party debt collector to disclose information about your debts to others. Your email has the word attorney in it, but why don’t you identify yourself as a lawyer in your signature? Attorney at Law?

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How to Get BC Services off Your Credit Report

Better Credit Blog

BC Services is a third-party debt collector that has been hired by a healthcare provider to whom you owe money to get you to make payments on a debt. You will likely hear from them if you have an outstanding debt from a hospital or medical professional. Who is this company? How did they get my information?

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Americans share their medical debt horror stories

Collection Industry News

“I have since been contacted by collection agencies and lawyers attempting to collect on this ‘debt.’ I do not know if my credit will ultimately be affected by this.”.