Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #4532544
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4532544
Company: Wakefield & Associates, INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt was result of identity theft
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30253
Date Received: 2021-07-10T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-07-10T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I was never notified of this debt, per 15 USC 1692 I was to be notified within 5 days. Per 15 USC 1692gf, unfair practices. No information given regarding debt. FTC Report filed and other reports filed. Unknown debt over 3 months now and no information given. Not sure who this company is and how I even owe them or ever entered into contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4532544 about?
Complaint #4532544 was filed against Wakefield & Associates, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-07-10T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Wakefield & Associates, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Wakefield & Associates, INC.?
Yes, visit the Wakefield & Associates, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/wakefield-associates-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.