Complaint Review: Allied Interstate - Columbus Ohio
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Allied Interstate WAAAAAAAAY past statute of limitations!! Columbus Ohio
*Consumer Suggestion: Send the debt validation and Statute of Limitations letters
*Consumer Comment: This is one of the worst third party collection agencies
*Consumer Suggestion: File a complaint with the FTC immediately!
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Yesterday, while minding my own business, in my own home, my phone rings and its Allied Interstate calling. "Please hold, we are not solicitors" I should have hung up right then and there. But curiosity got the best of me. When someone finally came on the line, I was informed I had an outstanding debt from 1988! In my maiden name... I've been married for 14 years and the debt is over 20 years old!!!!!!!!!! And I thought they were calling about a high school reunion or something like that... boy was I wrong!
Duh... that's 20 years old and I filed bankruptcy shortly after that. The college dropout went on to say that it doesn't matter... yada, yada, yada... "I'm not harrassing you" "you're mad at the wrong person" I kept saying that this was 20years old, I filed bankruptcy, if this debt was mine, it would have been included in this judgement. They finally told me what the debt was and the amount... less than $700.00 --I said, "you're harrassing me for a loan that is 20 years old and less than $700.00????????????"
I guess he got tired of me because he told me that he "didn't have to put up with me" and transfered me to supervisor. Again, I should have hung up, but my pride got the better of me. I explained to her that 20+ years ago someone has stolen my SS# and this debt was 20 years old, I filed bankruptcy etc. Then SHE called me combative... yes after calling me and harrassing me with a 20 year old debt that I'm not even sure is mine because someone stole my identity way back then, you can imagine I was a little upset. I was stupid... she confirmed my address so I expect that I'll be getting something in the mail from them... of course it will be in my maiden name and as far as I'm concerned my future answer will be, "there is no one at this address/number by that name" I've already called my attorney and they are sending a letter stating that this is well past the statute of limitations (TN's statutes are 6 years-- I'd say over 3 times the statutes is well long enough!) Furthermore, I'd imagine that the phone company can be contacted if they continue calling and harrassing me. I will also be looking at contacting my attorney general and the BBB. Doubt it will help, but this company is unethical and a bigtime SCAM ARTIST--they must be stopped!!!!!!!!!!!
Elaine
Independence,, Missouri
U.S.A.
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#3 Consumer Suggestion
Send the debt validation and Statute of Limitations letters
AUTHOR: Laurie - (U.S.A.)
SUBMITTED: Monday, December 22, 2008
ASAP -Certified Mail - Return Receipt
Legaly there is nothing they can do to collect the debt, but you do need to make sure that you cover yourself if they try.
They cannot demand payment without validation of debt and will not be able to prove it. Its also past Statute of limitations and they know it.
They got nasty with you, because they know they have no legal way to collect.
2 excellent resources for you
www.ftc.gov- Fair Debt Collection Practice Act
www.budhibbs.com - A consumer advocate website dealing with debt collectors
This bottom feeder is on their list of agencies to avoid - You can find your states statute of limitations and laws about recording calls. Recording calls with CA's can assist when YOU SUE THEM for violating FDCPA.
Collection Agencies do not want you to know about this site!
If you receive a collection notice from Allied DISPUTE IT! Even though you will never receive a reply, it is important that you use the law to your advantage. Allied aptly fits the saying; "the right hand hasn't a clue what the left hand is doing" Brain-Dead! Idiots! Untrained!
#2 Consumer Comment
This is one of the worst third party collection agencies
AUTHOR: Stacey - (U.S.A.)
SUBMITTED: Sunday, December 21, 2008
I had a very hard time reading your report but here is info for you
Allied Interstate, Inc.
435 Ford Rd. #800
Minneapolis, MN 55426-1066
Phone: (952) 546-6600 1-800-806-3342 1-866-525-7795
Fax: (952) 595-2311
Web Address: www.irmc.com
Head Debt Collectors:
Part of the Intellirisk Companies
Vikas Kapoor, President & CEO
Randy Christofferson, Chairman of the Board
Norman Merritt, CFO
ALLIED INTERSTATE, INC. (BAD REPUTATION!)
Jeff Swedberg, President
Jim Pond, Senior Vice President
55 N. Arizona Place, #505
Chandler, AZ 85225
Phone: (480) 722-7810
Fax: (480) 782-7001
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Phoenix, AZ 85015-3225
Phone: (602) 841-4332
Fax: (602) 841-7388
31229 Cedar Valley Dr
Westlake Village, CA 91362-4036
Phone: (818) 575-5400
3111 S Dixie Hwy Ste 101
West Palm Beach, FL 33405-1520
Phone: (561) 671-2121
Fax: (561) 671-2165
340 Interstate North Pkwy SE
Ste 140
Atlanta, GA 30339-2201
Phone: (770) 989-5700
Fax: (770) 989-5724
7103 Chancellor Dr., Suite 100
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Phone: (561) 671-2152
Fax: (561) 671-2165
5910 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
Brooklyn Cntr, MN 55430-2322
Phone: (763) 503-6595
Fax: (763) 585-7881
435 Ford Rd Ste 800
Minneapolis, MN 55426-1066
Phone: (952) 546-6600
Fax: (952) 595-2311 13777 Ballantyne Corporate Pl
Ste 200
Ballantyne Corporate Pk.
Charlotte, NC 28277-3425
Phone: (704) 943-1000
Fax: (704) 943-1053
3200 Northline Ave Ste 135
Greensboro, NC 27408-7616
Phone: (336) 333-3100
Fax: (336) 373-4442
15 Hazelwood Dr., Suite 102
Amherst, NY 14228
Phone: (716) 691-1320
Fax: (716) 691-3534
1979 Marcus Ave Ste 100
New Hyde Park, NY 11042-1002
Phone: (516) 437-0800
Fax: (516) 437-6121
3070 Lawson Blvd
Oceanside, NY 11572-2711
Phone: (516) 561-6552
Fax: (516) 561-6548
3000 Corporate Exchange Dr.
Columbus, OH 43231
Phone: (614) 901-7988
Fax: (614) 901-7794
12655 N Central Expy, Suite 925
Dallas, TX 75243-1700
Phone: (972) 934-8448
Fax: (972) 404-1611
14550 Torrey Chase, Suite 550
Houston, TX 77014
Phone: (281) 580-2000
Fax: (281) 580-0396
Bud Says Consumer Comments Below
This company is a class action lawsuit waiting to happen. Sloppy record keeping, failure to validate at every level, under-trained, uneducated collectors SEVERELY lacking in Fair Debt Collection Practices Act training.
Intellirisk must be making BIG bucks in collecting because they sure don't spend it to insure they comply with the laws. Student loans with these idiots is a nightmare. Most Allied collector's don't have a clue in handling even the most basic of consumer complaints. Loans that have been paid, in the wrong names and outdated credit bureau reporting are fast targets for lawsuits because Allied is unable or unwilling to respond.
If you receive a collection notice from Allied DISPUTE IT! Even though you will never receive a reply, it is important that you use the law to your advantage. Allied aptly fits the saying; "the right hand hasn't a clue what the left hand is doing" Brain-Dead! Idiots! Untrained!
May I state again....THANK GOD FOR THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT!! Someone in Washington must have had a dream about companies like Allied to enact the law. THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
WATCH YOUR WALLET, YOUR CHECKBOOK AND YOUR CREDIT CARDS WHEN DEALING WITH THESE SLIPPERY CONS OF THE COLLECTION WORLD, THEY WILL EMPTY YOU OUT!
CAUTION: I recommend you NEVER disclose your bank account or credit card information to a debt collector, as you risk them emptying your account, or maxing out your credit card. If you feel they are reporting on your credit bureau files in error or need assistance in dealing with them, email the details w/your location. Assistance and referral to a consumer legal specialist may be available. Email for Assistance
#1 Consumer Suggestion
File a complaint with the FTC immediately!
AUTHOR: Michelle - (U.S.A.)
SUBMITTED: Sunday, December 21, 2008
I have just filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission about Allied Interstate. They are, to say the least, worthless. They have broken the law many times in my case, and I have solid proof against them. Document EVERYTHING with this company! I have a cease and desist order to prevent them from calling my landline, (I have a signed, registered letter), and they still call my home, asking for people I have never heard of. They think they are above the law. Let us show them that they are certainly NOT!!! I implore you to file a complaint as I have. Here's the link: http://www.ftc.gov/ftc/cmplanding.shtm
Good Luck.
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