Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #7160303
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 7160303
Company: Encore Capital Group INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: Virginia
ZIP Code: 223XX
Date Received: 2023-06-23T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-06-23T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Tags: Servicemember
Consumer Narrative
I would like for MIDLANDCRE to show proof of verification that I owe them $ {$250.00}, ACCOUNT XXXX. As of date, you have not provided me with a 1099c for my review and my records. I am asking that you do this now. In addition, if you reported this alleged debt as a loss to the IRS, I request that you pull this account back from any collection agency you may have placed it with or from any debt buyer you may have sold this to. I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) you have on file of the accounts listed ABOVE. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverified accounts must be removed and if you are unable to provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must remove the accounts listed below. Please provide this within 30 days. Until this has been provided, I am requesting that any negative reporting to my credit by your company or any company trying to collect this debt is immediately stopped.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #7160303 about?
Complaint #7160303 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 2023-06-23T12:00:00-05:00.
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.?
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Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.