Can a debt collector list my debt on my credit report?

Yes, a debt collector can list your debt on your credit report in North Carolina. This is part of the debt collection process and is allowed under North Carolina law. When a debt is reported to the credit bureaus, it is known as “tradeline” or “credit report entry.” This information shows up on your report for seven years after the original delinquency date. When a debt collector lists your debt on your credit report, this can have a negative effect on your ability to take out loans, mortgages, and other forms of credit in the future. This negatively affects your ability to purchase large items and have access to money when needed. However, debt collectors must follow the rules of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) when reporting your debt. This federal law includes guidelines for debt collectors about how they must treat people and how they can report a debt. Additionally, debtors have the right to dispute any incorrect or outdated information that has been listed on their credit report due to debt collection. You can do this by contacting the credit bureaus directly. You should also contact the debt collector and provide them with proof that the debt is incorrect. Once you have done this, you can then file a dispute if the debt collector does not take action.

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