Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Georgia
What are my rights during a negotiation in a settlement?
I am unemployed and under medical care (uninsured). I am attempting to settle debts that are now in collections. When contacting one institution, (after 10 months) they became very threatening with me. I explained that I was trying to resolve the situation, but they wanted and exorbanant amount of money instantly. They stated that if I did not give them the money (via the phone check system) they would do an asset search and place leans on all my property. I explained that I was unemployed to unsempethetic ears. Why are they so hostile when I am attempting to correct the situation? Can they place leans on my property?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: What are my rights during a negotiation in a settlement?
The tactics you describe are commonplace in the debt collection field. You may want to consider contacting the Consumer Credit Counciling Service for assistance in negotiating a repayment plan for your debts. If this is unsuccessful, you may want to consider your options under bankruptcy law.
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