Oct 22, 2014
Possibly this group
BBB doesn't have a good address on these scammers.
BBB:
THIS BUSINESS IS NOT BBB ACCREDITED
STP & Associates
Phone: (866) 981-0940
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Unknown, Houston, TX 77027
! THERE IS AN ALERT ON STP & ASSOCIATES !
BBB® F Rating
On a scale of A+ to F
Per BBB:
http://www.bbb.org/houston/Business-Reviews/c ... on-tx-90024041/
Additional Complaint Information
"According to BBB records, several consumer complaints allege STP & Associates' debt collectors misrepresent themselves as government agencies or law enforcement officers, often threatening consumers with legal action and/or incarceration if the alleged debt is not paid immediately. Individuals are often told the debt originates from a payday loan. Debt collectors with the company will not offer consumers identifying information such as the company's location or licensing/registration information, however.
Consumers should note that the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires debt collectors to identify themselves, as well as name the original creditor. Debt collectors must also provide verification of the debt if a consumer issues a written request within 30 days of receiving initial notice. The Act also prohibits collectors from engaging in the false misrepresentation of a debt's character, amount, or legal status.
A BBB investigation found STP & Associates was not actively registered with the Texas Secretary of State (SOS). BBB investigators found no record of STP & Associates in the state's database. State law requires debt collectors engaging in debt collection activities within Texas be bonded and registered with the SOS. Before paying any debt, verify the company contacting you is licensed to collect debts in your state. Beware of callers refusing to provide you with their identifying information or those who threaten you with legal action or arrest. "