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    How to Effectively Handle the Debt Collectors

    James PaulBy James PaulJuly 20, 20155 Mins Read
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    If you are in debt and failed to pay it back, you are likely to get bothered by the debt collectors. It is important to pay off the debt and as rule, the debt collectors do have the right to get back the money. But, sometimes things can get really out of hand and it can turn into harassment.

    It is important to deal with such a situation more effectively. There can be various reasons for failing to pay off the debts and you need to communicate this to them. But, not every debt collector is the same. It is important to know what you should do when the situation arises.

    Here are some steps you can take to protect your rights:

    1. Understand your Rights

    First of all, the best way to protect yourself from being harassed or mistreated by debt collectors is to know and understand your rights as well as the statute of limitations. Just because you are over-indebted does not mean, the collectors can push you around. To handle such collectors properly and effectively, you should be well aware of what they can and cannot do.

    For one, collectors are only allowed to call at certain times of the day. Moreover, the collector should respect your privacy. They are not allowed to call you at work especially if your employer does not allow it. And they cannot inform anyone else about your debt situation.

    2. Take Appropriate Actions

    In case, you receive continuous calls beyond the limits as set by law, you can file a complaint against them. This does not mean however that you are excused from dealing with the debt. It merely serves as a way for you to keep the debt collectors at bay.

    You can also actually make a written request for them to stop calling you. Once the letter is sent, you should, the calls should stop. The debt collectors should take legal action if necessary to get back the owed money.

    3. They Need to be Respectful

    Furthermore, if a collector contacts you over the phone, he should not make false statements to simply force you to settle the debt. In addition, they should talk to you in a respectful manner and not in a way as if you have committed a crime. It is prohibited for them to use abusive words or make any threats of violence. If they do use abusive words, you need to let them know. If things you out of hands, you need to seek help from the appropriate authorities in this regard.

    4. Verify they are the right Debt Collectors

    When you receive a call from a debt collector, it is essential that you request for verification. Most of the time, the creditors will contact an agency to handle debt collection on their behalf. However, it is in your best interest to check if the agency indeed has the right to collect payment for your debt. Ask the important questions and make sure to verify from the original lenders if they have assigned the work to an external agency or not.

    5. Learn to Negotiate

    Third, you have to learn to negotiate. After settling the issue on whether the debt is accurate and the collection agency is rightfully assigned for collection, you should make an attempt to negotiate with the collectors. Start by offering a payment less than what you can actually afford, this shall give you room for adjustment in case the collector tries to deny your offer.

    Keep in mind that timing is everything. If you are feeling like the collector is acting firm, unfazed by your attempts for negotiation, then perhaps you can try to make a deal at the time they are more likely to bite into your offer which is usually by the end of the month. After making a deal, make sure that you have everything properly documented. Secure the agreement in writing. Such is important even before you send any form of payment.

    6. Don’t get Defensive

    Do not act defensively when you receive a call from a collector. Remember, they are only doing their job. If everything goes well, then you can come up with a favorable arrangement. Otherwise, you may consider filing a complaint against the debt collectors that keep harassing you and acting beyond boundaries as set by the law. Dealing with debt collectors can be very stressful. You need to keep a calm head to deal with such situations.

    The Bottom-Line

    You have certain rights and that should be considered when you fail to pay debt and the lenders are after you. You need an effective strategy to keep the debt collectors at bay while you think of a way to pay the debts. Take a cue from the above methods and keep the debt collectors from making your life difficult.

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