What can I do besides file a complaint with the FTC on a company that is still trying to collect money on a debt that is supposed to be paid?
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What can I do besides file a complaint with the FTC on a company that is still trying to collect money on a debt that is supposed to be paid?
Started with a debt consolidation company 5 years ago making regular payments until 9 monthds ago when one returned the payment saying the debt should be paid off. I call to get a letter stating that but they don’t own the debt any more. The people that do own it are now trying to tell me that I owe over 9k when the original debt was under 11k. Original debtor has been taking the payment and forwarding it down the line (was sold 3 times). Original debt when sold: $10,775.03; paid $205 x 55 mo.= $11,275; current balance: $9,492.34 as of letter dated 2 months ago.
Asked on December 30, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Georgia
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you are having a problem with a third party debt collection company, possibly you should consult with an attorney who practices in the area of consumer debt law. From what you have written, there is the possibility that the third party debt collection company that you are now dealing with may be engaging in unfair debt collection practices under state and federal law by not giving you a proper accounting for the payments you have made on the obligation you are writing about.
Be prepared to send copies of all documents (cancelled checks, money orders and the like) to this third party debt collection company showing that you have made more payments than what you have been credited for.
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