Collection Associates, Ltd.
Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.
Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-COLLECTION-ASSOCIA Collection Associates, Ltd.
81 DC complaints · rank #648/656 · 98.1% timely
- DC 81
- RANK #648/656
- TIMELY 98.1%
- RELIEF 0%
- DISPUTE 16.7%
- STATES 20
- ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO National Account Systems
Volume peers
Photo peer: National Account Systems of Omaha, LLC (82)
Collection Associates, Ltd.'s 81 debt-collection complaints sit next to National Account Systems of Omaha, LLC (82) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Collection Associates, Ltd. →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 7 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for Collection Associates, Ltd.
Collection Associates, Ltd. sits at #648 of 656 debt collectors in this extract by debt-collection complaint volume (1st percentile), the same ordering shown on /collectors. 81 debt-collection complaints against Collection Associates, Ltd. appear in the CFPB record - 77.1% of the 105 complaints filed about this entity. The 20 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. "Medical debt" is the debt type named most often in complaints against this collector, the category consumers reach for most when filing a CFPB report. The specific issue named most is "Attempts to collect debt not owed," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.
Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 98.1% of forwarded complaints. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 0% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 16.7% of resolved cases, signalling how often the initial resolution failed to satisfy the complainant.
Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.
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Nationwide collectors with similar complaint volume or dispute rates
Two CFPB peer sets for Collection Associates, Ltd.: nearest debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume and by the share of complaints consumers mark as disputed. These are cross-firm neighborhoods, not the volume strip on the forwarding receipt above.
Similar complaint volume
Nearest collectors by debt-collection complaint count (81 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (16.7% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Collection Associates, Ltd. have?
81 debt-collection complaints name Collection Associates, Ltd. in this CFPB extract - corpus rank #648/656.
Does Collection Associates, Ltd. respond to CFPB complaints on time?
Collection Associates, Ltd.'s timely response rate on CFPB complaints is 98.1%.
What issue do consumers cite most about Collection Associates, Ltd.?
Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about Collection Associates, Ltd..
How should I read Collection Associates, Ltd.'s CFPB complaint record?
Treat the counts as a public complaint record, not a credit score or legal finding. Pair this page with PlainCredit guides on debt-collection rights and how to file a CFPB complaint if you have an active dispute.
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Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Complaint Database · Q1 2026 Complaints filed against firms, not individuals. Data through March 2026.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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