Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Communication tactics
Subissue: Frequent or repeated calls
Consumer Complaint: This company, Midland Credit, has been calling repeatedly and sometimes twice a day regarding a collection account that is XXXX years old and can no longer be collected. Phone number is XXXX. They have also been calling my husband and he was not even involved in this collection. Dates XX/XX/XXXX twice, XX/XX/XXXX twice, XX/XX/XXXX twice, XX/XX/XXXX twice and they also called my husband. I asked them to please stop calling and have also disputed collection on my credit report.
Company Response:
State: PA
Zip: 163XX
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Subissue: Investigation took more than 30 days
Consumer Complaint: I first noticed an entry on my credit report that was furnished by a company named Midland Credit Management , INC . I then went ahead and contacted their company to further investigate this item on my credit report. I know first and foremost that no item can be put onto my credit report without permissible purpose and upon submitting a dispute with midland credit they have completely and utterly ignored me, the consumer. I sent my letter Via USPS Certified Mail and the tracking number is # XXXX and was left with an individual on XXXXXXXX XXXX. on XX/XX/2021. I still have not received a reply which puts them further than the 30-day period they have to investigate the item.
Company Response:
State: CA
Zip: 923XX
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft
Consumer Complaint: No information given regarding account. Violates federal 15 USC 1692gf also no medical release given and eligible to collect on debt per Section 1681 ( i ). The bureaus have it reporting different pricing and multiple inaccuracies. I never authorized or given permission for this to be reporting
Company Response:
State: AL
Zip: 36532
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft
Consumer Complaint: No information given regarding account. Violates federal 15 USC 1692gf also no medical release given and eligible to collect on debt per Section 1681 ( i ). The bureaus have it reporting different pricing and multiple inaccuracies. I never authorized or given permission for this to be reporting
Company Response:
State: AL
Zip: 36532
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft
Consumer Complaint: No information given regarding account. Violates federal 15 USC 1692gf also no medical release given and eligible to collect on debt per Section 1681 ( i ). The bureaus have it reporting different pricing and multiple inaccuracies. I never authorized or given permission for this to be reporting
Company Response:
State: AL
Zip: 36532
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft
Consumer Complaint: No information given regarding account. Violates federal 15 USC 1692gf also no medical release given and eligible to collect on debt per Section 1681 ( i ). The bureaus have it reporting different pricing and multiple inaccuracies. I never authorized or given permission for this to be reporting
Company Response:
State: GA
Zip: 30045
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Communication tactics
Subissue: You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Consumer Complaint: XX/XX/2021 amount {$170.00}. I contacted the company with a invoice for the violations an cease an desist 1. Fact 15 usc 1681 protection of non public personal information ( a ) privacy obligation policy it is the policy of the congress that each financial institution has an affirmative and continuing obligation to respect the privacy of its customers and to protect the security and confidentiality of those customers non public information 2. Fact 15 usc 6801 ( b ) ( 3 ) to protect against unauthorized access to or use of such records or information which could result in substantial harm or inconvenience to any customer 3. Fact 15 usc 1692 ( b ) ( 5 ) not use any language or sysmbol on any envelope or in the contents of any communication effected by the mails or telegram that indicates thats the debt collator is in the debt collection business or that the communication relates to the collection of. Debt.
Company Response:
State: OH
Zip: 445XX
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Written notification about debt
Subissue: Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Consumer Complaint: XX/XX/XXXX I was served a summons from Midland Credit Management regarding an alleged debt that they claim I owe. The summons included a mailing address to the companys attorney as shown in the attachment. On XX/XX/XXXX I initially mailed their attorney a cease and desist notice certified mail with green receipt # XXXX as shown in the attachment stating that they had 15 days to fulfill my demands. A consumer has the right to cease and desist pursuant 15 USC 1692c ( c ). According to this subsection, once the notice from the consumer is made by mail, notification shall be complete upon receipt. Ignoring my cease and desist is a violation of 15 USC 1692c ( c ) and this is evidence that the companys infringement has been willful. Not receiving a response from the company is a violation of my rights as a consumer to cease and desist. I followed up by sending another cease and desist notice to Midland Credit Management on XX/XX/XXXX by certified mail with green receipt # XXXX as shown in the attachment and it was received on XX/XX/XXXX. I am notifying you in writing through this CFPB complaint that I refuse to pay this alleged debt, and I am demanding that you cease all forms of communication with me through any and all mediums. My consumer report is a medium through which they are communicating negatively to the detriment of my consumer report and reputation. Pursuant to 15 USC 1692c ( c ) ( 2 ) - I am invoking my specified remedy as a consumer, and as the original creditor I am demanding all of the following : XXXX out the balance on this account, stop all illegal negative reporting of this alleged debt to all consumer reporting agencies, and send an AUDIT TRAIL for this alleged debt that can include an ( entire file on me XXXX XXXX, all documentary evidence on me ( includes all documents, papers, correspondence, books of account, and financial and corporate records ) Audit Trail credit application ). This is my second cease and desist letter to Midland Credit Management. I am well aware of my rights and know that any further contact by this company, except a communication confirming acknowledgement of this letter, is in violation of the FDCPA. a response from your company you are violating my rights as a consumer to cease and desist. To ensure compliance with this letter and complaint, you are advised to send written reply stating, confirming and complying with the demands of this cease and desist as well as a response to this complaint complying with the demands of this cease and desist. Failure to do so will act as further evidence of your infringement up XXXX XXXX consumer and legal rights. I will immediately undertake legal actions in order to protect my rights.
Company Response:
State: IL
Zip: 60624
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-16
Issue: Written notification about debt
Subissue: Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Consumer Complaint: I kept receiving threatening calls that they were going to garnish my accounts. I asked for more information, but they wanted my social security number and I told them I wouldn't provide personal information over the phone. I never received anything in writing till I was served a summons. Now they are reporting derogatory account to my credit every 7 days.
Company Response:
State: TX
Zip: 75070
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-16
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Date Received: 2021-09-15
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft
Consumer Complaint: To Whom It May Concern : This letter is in response to your recent claim that MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT verified the account they are reporting is accurate. Please be advised that I am exercising my rights under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 6 ) ( B ( iii ) which provides that a consumer may request a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information shall be provided to the consumer by the agency, including the business name and address of any furnisher of information contacted in connection with such information and the telephone number of such furnisher, if reasonably available. In compliance with this method of investigation request, please provide the following : The description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information. Name, address, and telephone number of each person contacted regarding this alleged account. A copy of any documents provided bearing my signature, showing that I have a legally binding contractual obligation to pay them the exact amount claimed. Any automated response or e-Oscar verification is unacceptable. I am requesting a re-investigation along with your method of verification. The item in question is inaccurate and represents a very serious reporting error. I expect to receive a response within 15 days of receipt of this letter in compliance with the FCRA. If not, I expect this item will be removed from my credit files immediately. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving this matter as soon as possible.
Company Response:
State: MI
Zip: 48080
Submitted Via: Web
Date Sent: 2021-09-15
Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A