What is Michael Andrews & Associates Collections?
What is Michael Andrews & Associates?
…and why is Michael Andrews & Associates reporting on my credit reports?
Michael Andrews & Associates is a collection agency.
You may not have to pay your debt (depending on the age of the debt and your state’s statute of limitations)
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Who Does Michael Andrews & Associates Collect For?
Michael Andrews & Associates is a debt collector reporting a collection account on your credit report.
Michael Andrews & Associates either purchased the debt from the original creditor or has been hired by the original creditor to service the debt.
Michael Andrews & Associates may send you letters in the mail regarding the debt or call you demanding payment.
But, much more than that, Michael Andrews & Associates may now be reporting a collection account on your credit reports which lowers your credit scores and decreases your probability of getting approved for a mortgage, auto loan, credit card, apartment, etc…
Getting this account removed may be possible.
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Does Michael Andrews & Associates Hurt My Credit Score?
Yes, if Michael Andrews & Associates is reporting a collection account in your credit report they are lowering your credit scores
How Do I Remove Michael Andrews & Associates From My Credit Report?
Consumer protection laws such as the FCRA, FCBA, FACTA, and FDCPA allow for the removal of collection accounts such as Michael Andrews & Associates from your credit reports due to inaccuracies, incomplete information, fraud, or information out of compliance with the law.
Disputing the collection may be a good start but, it may also lower your credit scores.
Debt validation may be a better option but, the way that the account is reported in your credit reports will dictate the best approach to take to deal with this debt.
NOTE: According to the PIRG (Public Interest Research Group), 79% of credit reports contain errors.
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Is Michael Andrews & Associates A Collection Agency?
Yes, Michael Andrews & Associates is a collection agency. They purchase or service past due debt from creditors who have written off the original debt (also known as a charge-off).
Can I Pay Michael Andrews & Associates To Delete The Collection From My Credit Report?
Michael Andrews & Associates may agree to delete the collection account in exchange for payment but, this is not very common.
Michael Andrews & Associates typically updates the balance of the collection account to $0 and changes the status to “Paid Collection” once the account is paid.
Then continues to report the collection for 7 years from the date of the first key delinquency.
Note: Depending on how the account is reporting in your credit reports, paying a Michael Andrews & Associates collection account may actually lower your credit scores.
Note: If you come to a “Pay-For-Delete” agreement with Michael Andrews & Associates, make sure you get the terms of your agreement in writing before you make your payment. You don’t want them backing out of the deal and refusing to remove the collection after you have made your payment.
You may be able to get the Michael Andrews & Associates account removed from your credit reports by leveraging consumer protection laws. Call (800) 750-1416 to find out how.
Can I Settle A Michael Andrews & Associates Collection?
Settling your debt with Michael Andrews & Associates may help to increase your credit scores, but it may also lower your credit scores depending on how the collection account is reporting.
The date that the account last reported will dictate whether paying the Michael Andrews & Associates collection will improve your scores.
The statute of limitations will dictate whether you actually have to pay this debt.
If there are any inaccuracies or non-compliance issues with the collection account, the Michael Andrews & Associates collection may be removed from your credit reports without any payment.
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Is Michael Andrews & Associates A Scam?
No, Michael Andrews & Associates is a legitimately licensed debt collector.
If Michael Andrews & Associates is calling you or reporting a collection account on your credit reports you will need to deal with the issue.
One of the best ways to deal with Michael Andrews & Associates is a combination of disputes, debt validation, cease and desist orders, and CFPB investigations.
The most hassle-free way to do this is to call (800) 750-1416 or sign up online.
Why Does Michael Andrews & Associates Keep Calling Me?
Michael Andrews & Associates is calling you because they are a legitimate debt collector attempting to collect a debt.
You can ignore their calls, in which case they will continue to call/harass you and fill your voicemail with messages.
Or you can deal with the issue heads on; submit a limited cease and desist order to stop all calls, and use consumer protection laws to stop Michael Andrews & Associates dead in their tracks.
Can Michael Andrews & Associates Sue Me Or Garnish My Wages?
Your state’s statute of limitations and the age of the debt will determine whether Michael Andrews & Associates can sue you for the debt but, Michael Andrews & Associates typically doesn’t sue consumers for collection accounts.
Not to say that it can’t happen but, it’s not typical.
If Michael Andrews & Associates sues you for the debt there are a number of things that you can do, there are also a number of federal and state laws that have exemptions for wage garnishments.
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Does Michael Andrews & Associates Accept Goodwill Letters To Remove Collections From Credit Reports?
Goodwill letters don’t work with Michael Andrews & Associates.
The best way to remove a Michael Andrews & Associates collection from your credit report is to leverage consumer protection laws from the FCRA, FCBA, FDCPA, etc… or through a Pay-For-Delete.
What Are My Rights When Dealing With Michael Andrews & Associates?
The FCRA allows you the right to dispute any debt that Michael Andrews & Associates is reporting in your credit reports.
The FDCPA gives you the right to see a copy of the original contract/agreement that you signed with the original creditor for this debt, along with a breakdown showing how you accumulated the balance that you are past due.
If Michael Andrews & Associates fails to produce these documents 30 days after receiving a written request, the FDCPA demands that Michael Andrews & Associates remove the collection account from your credit report.
These are just a few examples of your consumer rights. Get to know the FCRA, FCBA, FDCPA, and FACTA.
Need Help With Michael Andrews & Associates?
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What Is Michael Andrews & Associates Phone Number?
Before calling Michael Andrews & Associates call CreditFirm.net at 800-750-1416 and speak with a credit consultant about your options.
Remember that you’re only liable for a debt if it is still within your state’s statute of limitations and Michael Andrews & Associates must remove the collection from your credit reports if they cannot provide all of the proper validation documents.
Where Can I Find Michael Andrews & Associates Login?
Logging in to Michael Andrews & Associates may be a good idea.
Read the fine print and ensure you’re not waiving any consumer protection rights when logging in.
We strongly recommend calling a Credit Repair company (like us) so we can review why Michael Andrews & Associates is on your report and see how we may be able to use the FCRA, FDCPA, FCBA, etc… to remove the Michael Andrews & Associates collection account from your credit reports.
Remove Michael Andrews & Associates From My Credit Report
CreditFirm.net has helped thousands of our clients remove Michael Andrews & Associates collection accounts from their Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion credit reports.
If you’re looking for a reputable company to help you deal with Michael Andrews & Associates and increase your credit score, give us a call at 800-750-1416.