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Credit Counsel, Inc.

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Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt

CFPB collection forwarding receipt

Forwarded record DC-CREDIT-COUNSEL-INC Credit Counsel, Inc.

99 DC complaints · rank #603/656 · 95.5% timely

  • DC 99
  • RANK #603/656
  • TIMELY 95.5%
  • RELIEF 0%
  • DISPUTE 0%
  • STATES 21
  • ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
  • RESP Closed with explanation
  • PHOTO FlexShopper, Inc

Photo peer: FlexShopper, Inc (100)

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Debt-collection complaint volume neighbourhood (this collector + nearest volume peers)

Credit Counsel, Inc.'s 99 debt-collection complaints sit next to FlexShopper, Inc (100) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Credit Counsel, Inc. →

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Medical debt 36
I do not know 27
Other debt 20
Federal student loan debt 5
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 3
Private student loan debt 3
Medical 2
Non-federal student loan 1
Rental debt 1
Telecommunications debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 39
2.Communication tactics 16
3.False statements or representation 14
4.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 11
5.Written notification about debt 6
6.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 6
7.Incorrect information on your report 6
8.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 4
9.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 4
10.Disclosure verification of debt 3

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 111
Closed 1
Consumers who disputed the response 0%

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2016 7
2017 12
2018 12
2019 8
2020 10
2021 6
2022 10
2023 9
2024 9
2025 22
2026 7

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Florida 57
Georgia 9
California 8
Texas 6
Indiana 4
Michigan 3
South Carolina 3
Illinois 3
Colorado 2
Nevada 2
North Carolina 2
New York 2
Alabama 2
Ohio 2
Minnesota 1

What the CFPB Record Shows for Credit Counsel, Inc.

PlainCredit places Credit Counsel, Inc. at #603 of 656 debt collectors by CFPB debt-collection complaint volume (8th percentile), matching the Collectors directory ranking. Credit Counsel, Inc. has 99 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 88.4% of the 112 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 21 states and territories, making this a multi-state collection operation as measured by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Medical debt" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. The single most-cited specific issue is "Attempts to collect debt not owed" - a useful starting point for understanding where the friction between this collector and consumers most frequently occurs.

The company's timely response rate is 95.5%, meaning that share of CFPB-forwarded complaints received a reply within the 15-day window the Bureau expects. 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 0% 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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Frequently asked questions

How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Credit Counsel, Inc. have?

99 debt-collection complaints name Credit Counsel, Inc. in this CFPB extract - corpus rank #603/656.

Does Credit Counsel, Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?

CFPB complaints against Credit Counsel, Inc. show a 95.5% timely-response rate.

What issue do consumers cite most about Credit Counsel, Inc.?

Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about Credit Counsel, Inc..

How should I read Credit Counsel, Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?

Credit Counsel, Inc.'s profile is a CFPB data extract for research. For rights and filing mechanics, use the debt-collection rights and how-to-file-CFPB-complaint guides on this site.

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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.