May 30, 2012
Yes this is a collection company. They have been calling me because I mistakenly signed up for an online course. I cancelled my course in the allowed 24 hour span and recieved comfirmation of cancellation. I have provided copies of the cancellation to USCB. They tell me I need to deal with the "original creditor" the school. I have contacted the school and they told me it was sent to collection by mistake and that they have recalled the account from USCB 5 months ago. I have told USCB this repeatedly and mailed them copies of this paperwork via certified mail, return reciept requested and I am basically called a liar. I actually have an appointment with an attorney tomorrow and will return to give you an update as to what they say. If this is truly a reputable company, they would have handed the debt back to the school as uncollectible. Oh, I also have in writing that I owe this school nothing, that my balance is zero and it is dated last week. Even the school is disturbed by what the collection company is doing. Like I informed the school when I asked for this letter, if I have to go to court, I will have no choice but to involve them as well. The school sent me the letter so I believe they are ready to assist me. Wish me luck!