Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5827209
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5827209
Company: Encore Capital Group INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: Texas
ZIP Code: 76109
Date Received: 2022-07-30T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-07-31T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
The company MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC is trying to collect {$6200.00} from me for an account they claim I owe. I have sent certified mail via USPS demanding they comply with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) by providing me with competent evidence bearing my signature on it as follows : " I am again formally requesting a copy of any documents, bearing my signature, showing that I have a legally binding contractual obligation to pay you the alleged amount. '' As of XX/XX/2022, yet again, Midland Funding has failed to provide me with a copy of any viable evidence, bearing my signature, showing the account is being reported accurately. Midland Funding has been made aware that a printout of a bill or itemized document does not constitute verification, per the FTC opinion letter from Attorney XXXX XXXX XXXX. Additionally, I have asked Midland Funding to please provide the name, address, and telephone number of each person who personally verified this alleged account, so that I can inquire about how they verified without providing any proof, bearing my signature. They are in violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act by claiming I owe money while unable to provide any viable documentation bearing my signature wherein, I allegedly authorized these charges. They are reporting this fraudulent claim to the credit bureaus as a valid debt, yet they are unable to validate the debt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5827209 about?
Complaint #5827209 was filed against Encore Capital Group INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-07-30T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Encore Capital Group 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 Encore Capital Group INC.?
Yes, visit the Encore Capital Group INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/encore-capital-group-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
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