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: 8083247

Date Received: 2023-12-30

Issue: Problem with customer service

Subissue:

Consumer Complaint: I have already filed one complaint here and the case was closed. They said they sent a settlement and consent judgement on or around XXXX XXXX and that they havent received it back from me. I got this letter on XXXX XXXX and sent it back signed immediatley. I dont know why they are saying they havent received it. I hope they are not lying because they want this to go to court or a default judgement. Please look further and find the signed paper I sent back. I have already made 3 payments towards this agreement and they have readily taken it out.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 31602

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-30

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8082194

Date Received: 2023-12-31

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: Description of Events Leading to Credit Profile Inaccuracies On XX/XX/XXXX, at approximately XXXXXXXX XXXX I conducted a comprehensive review of my credit report. During this examination, I identified multiple inaccuracies present within my credit profile. Specifically, I observed discrepancies related to five distinct XXXX : Account 1 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened : [ XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ], Amount : [ {$780.00} USD ] Account 2 : [ XXXX ] XXXX Date Opened : [ XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ], Amount : [ {$1000.00} ] Account 3 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXX ], Amount : [ {$3500.00} ] Account 4 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ], Amount : [ {$5500.00} ] Account 5 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXX ], Amount : [ {$5500.00} ] Account 6 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX, Amount : [ {$5500.00} ] Account 7 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Amount : [ {$7500.00} ] Account 8 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXX ], Amount : [ {$4300.00} ] Account 9 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXX ], Amount : [ {$5500.00} ] Account 9 : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXX ], Amount : [ {$890.00} ] ] Account 9 : [ DEP OF ED / XXXX ] - Date Opened : [ XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX ], Amount : [ {$5500.00} ] Account 10 : [ XXXX ] - INQUIRY Date : [ XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX ], Account 11 : [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] - INQUIRY Date : [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ], Upon this review, it became evident that the information associated with these accounts is inaccurate as per my financial records and the agreements entered into with respective creditors. The discrepancies include misreported account names, incorrect dates of account initiation, and inaccurately stated amounts owed. These discrepancies have raised significant concerns regarding the accuracy and integrity of the information within my credit profile, potentially impacting my financial standing and credibility. I am undertaking the necessary steps to rectify these inaccuracies by following the appropriate dispute resolution procedures outlined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to ensure the correction of these erroneous entries in a timely and accurate manner. Enclosed within this correspondence are copies of supporting documents that validate the accurate information regarding these accounts in my possession. I am requesting a thorough investigation into these discrepancies and the immediate rectification of the inaccurate information contained within my credit profile. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX. This description outlines the specific date, time, and nature of the review of your credit report and details the identified inaccuracies concerning the accounts in question. Always ensure to tailor such descriptions with accurate information before submitting them as part of your dispute process.

Company Response:

State: IL

Zip: 604XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-31

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8081999

Date Received: 2023-12-31

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt is not yours

Consumer Complaint: Under the doctrine Estoppel by silence, Engelhardt v. Gravens ( MO ) 281 SW 715, 719 I may presume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any debt, in face exists. I have contacted portfolio recovery on a matter that pertains to my credit. I have been a victim of fraud. I sent portfolio recovery a certified letter via usps to validate this account asking to send original documents and a host of other things. I have not received any of the documents I requested. I have an account on my credit that does not belong to me. I asked portfolio recovery to remove the unvalidated information and nothing was done. I have the receipt that I sent the letter via usps certified. Removing this account from all three credit bureaus ( XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) is what needs to take place there is no validation. I take pride in my credit and I have a XXXX score on my credit bureaus. This fraudulent account is ruining my credit to the extreme. A consumer can not provide signed documentation for an fraudulent account that they never authorized but I also asked for a signed documentation bearing my signature that I agreed to pay portfolio recovery and the collection agencies could not provide that information. I want this information removed IMMEDIATELY! DO NOT SEND COPIES! I NEED ORGINALS!

Company Response:

State: OH

Zip: 44139

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-31

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8079910

Date Received: 2023-12-30

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed

Consumer Complaint: Portfolio Recovery, is listing one account for XXXX XXXX on my XXXX credit report. XXXX XXXX is also listing this account on my credit file/report. This account was included in Bankruptcy.

Company Response:

State: OK

Zip: 73507

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-30

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8079677

Date Received: 2023-12-30

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed

Consumer Complaint: Portfolio Recovery is a debt for XXXX XXXX that was included in bankruptcy.

Company Response:

State: OK

Zip: 73507

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-30

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8078407

Date Received: 2023-12-29

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account information incorrect

Consumer Complaint: They are reporting to all 3 credit bureau a balance and account open status and this is a collection and it should not be reporting like this on collections

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 34983

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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Complaint ID: 8078086

Date Received: 2023-12-29

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

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

Consumer Complaint: As a creditor, you have previously acknowledged your inability to provide original documentation that substantiates my ownership of this debt relating to the account on my credit report in which you sold to Portfolio recovery. I have consistently maintained that I never opened an account with your company, and I have provided substantial evidence that my personal information was compromised in the XXXX data breach. This raises serious concerns regarding the accuracy of the information on my credit report. Under the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), it is imperative that all reported information is accurate, verifiable, and substantiated by the creditor. Given that you are unable to furnish the original documents confirming my association with this debt, I must assert that you are in violation of the FCRA. I kindly request the immediate removal of this account from my credit report within the next 7 days. Failure to comply with this request will leave me with no alternative but to pursue legal action to rectify this matter. I believe it is in our mutual interest to address this situation promptly and amicably to avoid any further legal action. The account is PORTFOLIO RC XXXX. See the XXXX data breach claim ID attached.

Company Response:

State: TX

Zip: 77084

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-29

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8077284

Date Received: 2023-12-29

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 USC 1681 Section 602 ( a ), it is emphasized that consumer reporting agencies, such as XXXX and XXXX, must carry out their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a commitment to respecting the consumer 's right to privacy. These companies have violated my rights as a consumer No privity of contract exists only between the parties ; no third party can obtain rights continued within a contract or the buyer-seller of a contract without the express written permission of the original parties. XXXX XXXX XXXX account number : XXXX, Portfolio Recovery Associate account # XXXX XXXX XXXX. As the consumer, I assert my right to safeguard my private information, as supported by 15 USC 6801, which underscores the congressional policy that financial institutions, including furnishers of information to credit agencies, are obligated to uphold customer privacy and protect nonpublic personal information. These companies and the sellers have violated my rights as a consumer!

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 314XX

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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Complaint ID: 8075564

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt is not yours

Consumer Complaint: My wallet was stolen back in see XX/XX/2016 I happened to notice a collection account on my credit from portfolio recovery early this year and I disputed due to fraud with each bureau. So far XXXX and XXXX removed it. XXXX keep updating it after 3 disputes they still reporting inaccuracies on my credit report. Its XXXX from portfolio recovery.

Company Response:

State: NJ

Zip: 08105

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8074434

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Communication tactics

Subissue: Frequent or repeated calls

Consumer Complaint: Portfolio recovery continues to call multiple times daily. Ive repeatedly told them I will not verify any information over the phone to mail me correspondence and yet they continue to call daily multiple times. The number is usually spoofed, but the most recent is. XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX

Company Response:

State: LA

Zip: 712XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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