Scam Artists

ComplaintsCollection AgenciesLegal Process Service, MCR Associates, National Check Re Inc

Complaint

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Country: United States
They actually got me but don't fall for them. Got a call from a Mary Sheppard from a courier company -LPS Legal Services -with legal documents about a loan I had taken back in 2012. She provided me with a call back number 1-855-222-4032, but the line was answered by a an Addison from MCR Associates who claimed to the LPS' claims company. But the transaction was processed by Addison now with National Check Re Inc. Looking at my bank statements I realized 30 minutes later that I had paid the loan in question in full, however I had already paid them some money. Luckily I used a prepaid card so I don't have go through the hassle of changing my credit card. Beware, ask them the specifics about the transaction in question...don't give up your information. Tell them you would like your lawyer to be involved.

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    File complaints with..
    FTC, your state Attorney General, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
    www.ftc.gov
    www.consumerfinance.gov
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    Since you used a prepaid card..
    1)  That's all they could take.
    2)  You can't reverse it through a fraud dispute through  your bank.
    Scam debt collectors commonly prefer payment by prepaid debit card for that reason.
    As long as they didn't get too much out of you, maybe you learned a lesson.

    Never pay any debt collector that does not follow the law (FDCPA).
    Deceptive collection, harassment, and abuse are violations.
    FDCPA also requires that they accept disputes and validate debts (in writing, by mail), or cease collection if they can't.  They're also required to send you a letter within 5 days of first contact notifying you of the alleged debt and of your right to dispute it and request validation.

    The scams don't follow the law.
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    Lawrence family
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    had a call from Adam Frost phone #417-210-5494  He said that he represented MCR Group.  He informed us that we needed to be aware of Festiva Resorts.  He claimed that they had a meeting for us to attend that would explain how we were scammed and that they were trying to bring this to Legislature to have the laws changed for the consumer, to protect them from being scammed by this and others that were in the timeshare and vacation packages.  I have been very concerned about the deal that we paid money to.  I mentioned to the agent that called me, that I feel I need to contact my lawyer.  He said not to that it would cost me a lot of money to do this.  I am very uncomfortable about this whole thing.  Seems like one ripoff to another.  Anyone else having this problem?
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      KDB replies to Lawrence family
      Get your lawyer involved. These scam artists DO NOT want any legalees stepping in. That is why they said to disclude any lawyers (because it cost alot of money..??!!). A Lot of money is what you will be out, IF you DO NOT involve your lawyer.
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    Vicki
    Got A call about a vague debt couldn't tell me who exactly I owed except that their "client was the parent company that owned thpusands of loan companies. Told me I coukd pay it off for $500. Never told me the original debt amount. I told them i thpught it sounded too muchike a s am and they said fine, you can argue it out with our lawyers and hung up.    Pretty sure irs a scam...I  Have 2 loans...both in good standing and both from nationally known companies...nit some fly by night I,see an anonymous umbrella company. They wouldn't answer any questions because it strayed from their preplanned script. Don't fall for it.

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