Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #4828399
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4828399
Company: Wakefield & Associates, INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: Colorado
ZIP Code: 81004
Date Received: 2021-10-20T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-10-20T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Wakefield & Associates is attempting to collect a debt from XXXX & XXXX XXXX. The debt is not valid. I've repeatedly requested a XXXX XXXX XXXX from Wakefield & Associates. They refuse. Additionally, I have already responded to XXXX via letter disputing the alleged debt. I hired XXXX & XXXX XXXX to collect my trash. They didn't show up 3 weeks in a row, so XXXX investigated & returned my stolen money to me. XXXX & XXXX then rebilled me for the exact same amount I was just found not responsible for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4828399 about?
Complaint #4828399 was filed against Wakefield & Associates, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-10-20T12:00:00-05:00.
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.