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  1. How do I tell if a debt collector is legitimate or a scam?

    May 14, 2024 · How do I tell if a debt collector is legitimate or a scam? A legitimate debt collector can tell you their company name and mailing address, as well as information about the debt they say you …

  2. BBB Tip: How to recognize phony debt collection calls, texts, and mail

    Feb 21, 2025 · Debt collection scams can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types. Victims often report that scammers harass them or their family members for weeks or even months, …

  3. How to spot debt collection scams: 8 signs to watch out for

    Receiving a call, email or letter from a company purporting to be a debt collector can spark alarm. Before disclosing any information, look for these eight signs of a fake debt collection scam.

  4. How To Know If A Debt Collector Is A Scam | Bankrate

    Jun 11, 2025 · Receiving a call from someone claiming to be a debt collector can spark alarm. Before disclosing any information, look for these eight signs of a scam.

  5. Fake and Abusive Debt Collectors | Consumer Advice

    Not everyone who calls and says you owe a debt is a real debt collector who is collecting a real debt. Some are scammers who are just trying to take your money. So how do you tell? A caller may be a …

  6. Debt Collection Fraud | OCC

    Debt collection fraud involves scammers impersonating legitimate debt collectors or creating fake debts to scare victims into paying money they don’t owe. These fraudsters often use threats of legal action …

  7. Debt Collector Scams: 8 Red Flags & How to Protect Yourself

    Oct 13, 2025 · Fake debt collectors use threats and pressure to scam people. Learn 8 red flags to spot a scam and how to protect yourself from fraud and harassment in this article.

  8. How to Spot the Red Flags of a Debt Collection Scam

    May 13, 2025 · In this post, we’ll walk you through the most common signs of a debt collection scam, how to verify if a debt is legitimate, and what steps to take if you suspect someone’s trying to scam you.

  9. Don’t Get Caught In A Debt Collection Scam - oefederal.org

    Mar 3, 2025 · Unfortunately, scammers often exploit the feelings of helplessness and overwhelm to lure victims into their debt-collection scams. Let’s take a look at these scams and how to keep yourself …

  10. Debt Collection Scams. Is Your Debt Collector Real or a Fraudster ...

    Jun 26, 2024 · Debt collection scams are a serious and growing issue. Scammers pose as legitimate debt collectors, using threatening tactics to intimidate people into paying debts they do not owe. They …