Use this form to help you respond to a debt collector's validation letter. You can respond by disputing the debt or any portion of it, asking fthe debt collector to verify the amount or validity of the debt, or request the name and contact information of the original creditor.
If you respond in writing within the 30 day period, the debt collector must stop attempting to collect the debt, or any disputed portion, until they verify the debt and mail you a response.
This form also also includes follow-up letters in the even the debt collector does not respond or continues attmpting to collect the debt after you requested verification. Dear [Debt Collector's Name], Re: Account Verification Request — [Account Number/Reference Number] I am writing to you in response to your recent validation letter regarding the alleged debt associated with my account. I acknowledge receipt of your letter dated [Date]. First and foremost, I would like to clarify that I require complete validation of this debt, as authorized by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Furthermore, I demand that you provide me with the necessary information and documentation to prove that I am indeed responsible for this debt. To facilitate the verification process, I kindly request that you furnish the following information: 1. The original creditor's name, contact information, and mailing address. 2. A copy of the original signed contract or agreement between myself and the original creditor. 3. Detailed information regarding the nature of the alleged debt, including dates, itemized statements, services provided, or products purchased. 4. Any other relevant documentation that substantiates the validity of this debt, such as account statements, billing records, or payment history. 5. Any documentation proving that you are authorized to collect this debt on behalf of the original creditor, along with the details of your authority to do so. Please be aware that failure to provide all the requested information within [30 days] of your receipt of this letter will be considered a violation of my rights under the FD CPA and FCRA, and I will proceed accordingly to protect my interests. Additionally, I must emphasize that any negative reporting to credit bureaus should cease immediately until this debt's validation is complete. Any noncompliance with this request may result in legal action against your agency, including the reporting of your violations to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and my state's attorney general. I urge you to treat this matter with the utmost seriousness and provide a timely response, respecting my rights as a consumer. Please ensure that all future communications regarding this debt are provided in writing and delivered to the address listed below. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] --- Different types or variations of a Phoenix Arizona letter to a debt collector seeking verification of a debt in response to their validation letter could include: 1. Phoenix Arizona Cease and Desist Letter to Debt Collector Seeking Debt Validation: Requesting verification of the debt while also demanding that all collection activities cease, as allowed by the FD CPA. 2. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Requesting Extended Validation Period: Requesting additional time beyond the typical 30-day validation period to gather the necessary information required for debt verification. 3. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Seeking Dispute Resolution: Requesting mediation or dispute resolution services to settle any discrepancies or disagreements regarding the debt. 4. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Requesting Communication Preferences: Explicitly stating preferred methods of communication and outlining limitations on phone calls, requesting all communication be conducted through written correspondence. These variations address specific scenarios or preferences while seeking validation of the debt from the debt collector in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dear [Debt Collector's Name], Re: Account Verification Request — [Account Number/Reference Number] I am writing to you in response to your recent validation letter regarding the alleged debt associated with my account. I acknowledge receipt of your letter dated [Date]. First and foremost, I would like to clarify that I require complete validation of this debt, as authorized by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Furthermore, I demand that you provide me with the necessary information and documentation to prove that I am indeed responsible for this debt. To facilitate the verification process, I kindly request that you furnish the following information: 1. The original creditor's name, contact information, and mailing address. 2. A copy of the original signed contract or agreement between myself and the original creditor. 3. Detailed information regarding the nature of the alleged debt, including dates, itemized statements, services provided, or products purchased. 4. Any other relevant documentation that substantiates the validity of this debt, such as account statements, billing records, or payment history. 5. Any documentation proving that you are authorized to collect this debt on behalf of the original creditor, along with the details of your authority to do so. Please be aware that failure to provide all the requested information within [30 days] of your receipt of this letter will be considered a violation of my rights under the FD CPA and FCRA, and I will proceed accordingly to protect my interests. Additionally, I must emphasize that any negative reporting to credit bureaus should cease immediately until this debt's validation is complete. Any noncompliance with this request may result in legal action against your agency, including the reporting of your violations to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and my state's attorney general. I urge you to treat this matter with the utmost seriousness and provide a timely response, respecting my rights as a consumer. Please ensure that all future communications regarding this debt are provided in writing and delivered to the address listed below. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] --- Different types or variations of a Phoenix Arizona letter to a debt collector seeking verification of a debt in response to their validation letter could include: 1. Phoenix Arizona Cease and Desist Letter to Debt Collector Seeking Debt Validation: Requesting verification of the debt while also demanding that all collection activities cease, as allowed by the FD CPA. 2. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Requesting Extended Validation Period: Requesting additional time beyond the typical 30-day validation period to gather the necessary information required for debt verification. 3. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Seeking Dispute Resolution: Requesting mediation or dispute resolution services to settle any discrepancies or disagreements regarding the debt. 4. Phoenix Arizona Letter to Debt Collector Requesting Communication Preferences: Explicitly stating preferred methods of communication and outlining limitations on phone calls, requesting all communication be conducted through written correspondence. These variations address specific scenarios or preferences while seeking validation of the debt from the debt collector in Phoenix, Arizona.