PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES INC


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"Products" offered by PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES INC with at least one, but usually more complaints:

Bank account or service - Other bank product/service
Checking or savings account -
Consumer Loan - Installment loan
Consumer Loan - Vehicle loan
Credit card -
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card - Store credit card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose prepaid card
Credit card or prepaid card - Store credit card
Credit reporting -
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit repair services
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Debt collection - Auto
Debt collection - Auto debt
Debt collection - Credit card
Debt collection - Credit card debt
Debt collection - Federal student loan
Debt collection - Federal student loan debt
Debt collection - I do not know
Debt collection - Medical
Debt collection - Medical debt
Debt collection - Mortgage
Debt collection - Mortgage debt
Debt collection - Non-federal student loan
Debt collection - Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Debt collection - Other debt
Debt collection - Payday loan
Debt collection - Payday loan debt
Debt collection - Private student loan debt
Debt collection - Rental debt
Debt collection - Telecommunications debt
Debt or credit management - Debt settlement
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Debt settlement
Mortgage - Conventional home mortgage
Mortgage - Other mortgage
Mortgage - Reverse mortgage
Payday loan -
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Installment loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Payday loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Personal line of credit
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Installment loan
Prepaid card - General purpose card
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing
Student loan - Non-federal student loan
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan

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Complaint ID: 8017708

Date Received: 2023-12-18

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding serious inaccuracies present in my PORTFOLIO RC credit report, which I attempted to rectify through your dispute resolution process. Unfortunately, the outcome has left me dissatisfied as the reported account was not adequately verified, and the inaccurate information persists. Background : I discovered discrepancies in my PORTFOLIO RC credit report, specifically related to payment status, payment history, date opened, and dates of late payments. In an effort to rectify these inaccuracies, I promptly submitted a dispute letter via mail, outlining the discrepancies and requesting a thorough investigation. Unsatisfactory Results : Regrettably, the results of the investigation were far from satisfactory. Despite my efforts, the accounts in question were not verified, and the inaccurate information continues to be reported. This has a significant impact on my creditworthiness and financial standing. Violation of FCRA : It has come to my attention that my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically outlined in 15 U.S.C. Section 602, have been violated. Section 602 emphasizes the importance of accuracy and fairness in credit reporting, mandating consumer reporting agencies to follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum accuracy. Right to Privacy : Additionally, I would like to highlight my right to privacy, which is explicitly protected under 15 U.S.C Section 602. The inaccurate information being reported compromises not only my financial standing but also infringes upon my right to privacy, as it misrepresents my credit history. Failure to Obtain Written Instructions ( 15 U.S.C Section 604 A Section 2 ) : Furthermore, 15 U.S.C Section 604 A Section 2 stipulates that a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without the consumer 's written instructions. I have not provided such instructions, yet the inaccurate information persists on my credit report. Attached FTC Report : In support of my complaint, I have attached the FTC report with the report number XXXX. This report details the inaccuracies and the steps I have taken to address them, providing a comprehensive overview of the situation. Request for Remedial Action : I hereby request a thorough and immediate reevaluation of my dispute, ensuring that all relevant accounts are verified and the inaccurate information is rectified in accordance with the FCRA. Additionally, I urge PORTFOLIO RC to take corrective measures to prevent such violations in the future. Next Steps : If this matter is not resolved promptly and satisfactorily, I may be compelled to pursue legal action to safeguard my rights under the FCRA. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and expect a timely resolution. Please provide written confirmation of the actions taken to address this complaint within 30 days of receiving this letter

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 30223

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-18

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8017705

Date Received: 2023-12-18

Issue: Written notification about debt

Subissue: Didn't receive enough information to verify debt

Consumer Complaint: After filing two claims through the XXXX XXXX XXXX I am currently being taken to court in an attempt to collect the balance of my XXXX credit card ( {$3000.00} ). I have requested the Terms and Conditions as well as my enrollment documentation for XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and the credit card opened with XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX. I have attempted to collect this information from both XXXX and Portfolio Recovery A on XX/XX/XXXX. XXXX responded with not willing to provide the information. Portfolio Recovery A 's response was an ask if I wanted to dispute the charge and not to provide me the information requested. I have disputed the debt with Portfolio Recovery A on XX/XX/XXXX. The dispute explains how I am not liable for the debt because I used XXXX XXXX Payment Security Program to file two claims for payment protection due to being laid off during the XXXX XXXX due to lack of work. Those claims were made XXXX of XXXX and XXXX of XXXX.

Company Response:

State: KS

Zip: 66502

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-18

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8017698

Date Received: 2023-12-18

Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem

Subissue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Consumer Complaint: Delete all errors on my files and reports

Company Response:

State: PA

Zip: 19608

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-18

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8016513

Date Received: 2023-12-17

Issue: Communication tactics

Subissue: Frequent or repeated calls

Consumer Complaint: This debt collector continues to try and use area codes the same as mine to make it seem like a local caller. There are thousands of complaints online just in my rural Nevada area code of XXXX. If you block the number they just call the next day with a different number. I have no debt after losing my paid off home during XXXX lockdown. Unable to collect back rent from tenants made it difficult to pay taxes while waiting for unemployment.

Company Response:

State: NV

Zip: 89048

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-17

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8016049

Date Received: 2023-12-17

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt is not yours

Consumer Complaint: I was hounded by this company years ago, now suddenly theyre contacting me again. For what reason, I do not know as I am not in arrears with any credit holders

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 33055

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-17

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8013578

Date Received: 2023-12-17

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information is incorrect

Consumer Complaint: On XX/XX/2023 i requested a debt validation letter also with accurate dates. This company has failed to reach out and also failed to give me validated paperwork concerning a debt. I demand for this to be removed from my credit report, under the 15USC 1681

Company Response:

State: NY

Zip: 11221

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-17

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8011664

Date Received: 2023-12-17

Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action

Subissue: Sued you without properly notifying you of lawsuit

Consumer Complaint: I was being called at least 7 times a day several days a week during my work hours. I was receiving harassing voicemails with Portfolio Recovery threatening to sue me for a debt. One day when I came home there was a plastic bag with documents inside that appeared blank hanging on my front door knob. I left the bag on my living room table because I thought it was a solicitation. Several months later I received a letter from my county court clerks office stating I had a judgement against me because I failed to appear in court.

Company Response:

State: TX

Zip: 78253

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-17

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8010956

Date Received: 2023-12-16

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I sent this letter to PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES. They are in violation of 15 USC 6802-6805 and the Privacy Act of 1974.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 30038

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-16

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8010148

Date Received: 2023-12-15

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt is not yours

Consumer Complaint: I have profilino recovery removed off my XXXX report i cant seem to get off my other report. It been removed because of fraud. I have dispute it with them a million times cant seem to get them to take off.

Company Response:

State: AR

Zip: 720XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-15

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8009866

Date Received: 2023-12-15

Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem

Subissue: Investigation took more than 30 days

Consumer Complaint: I sent a letter asking XXXX, to reinvestigate my accounts. Here is my tracking # XXXX. It has been over thirty days without a reply. I'm trying to buy a house for my family and XXXX hasn't sent me anything. They also haven't modified the accounts to ensure everything is 100 % accurate, nor have they updated the current status of the disputed information, which is another violation. This is causing me stress. I feel helpless because the credit bureaus are not doing their job. According to 15 USC 168, XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX have thirty days to investigate and send me results. I have all evidence attached below.

Company Response:

State: PA

Zip: 17325

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-29

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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