| Description |
vi, 143 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
The collection agency -- Understanding the law -- Acquisition of information -- Communication with you/others about your debt -- Harassment or abuse -- False or misleading representations -- Unfair practices -- Validation of debts -- Multiple debts -- Legal actions by debt collectors -- Furnishing deceptive forms -- Civil liability -- How to enact the law -- The cease & desist letter -- Dealing with the collection agency -- Debt collectors don't lie -- Creative negotiations -- Getting bulletproof -- An insider's view of collection agency tactics -- Bankruptcy, the last ditch option -- Advice from a professional -- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act -- Cease & desist letter sample -- Cease & desist letter blank -- Facts for consumers from the Federal Trade Commission -- How to correctly complete U.S. Post Office Form #3800, #3811, #3811-A -- Sample request letter for copy of credit report -- Blank letter format used to obtain copy of credit report -- Sample letter format utilized to settle an outstanding balance with a creditor. |
| Subject |
Collection laws -- United States -- Popular works.
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Collection agencies -- Law and legislation -- United States -- Popular works.
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Consumer credit -- Law and legislation -- United States -- Popular works.
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| Added Author |
Dover, Benjamin.
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Grieser, Andy.
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| ISBN |
1880925001: $14.95 |
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9781880925003 |
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