2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Focus Holding Company

A federal complaint-record lookup, not a rating from us.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)

511
Debt Collection Complaints
96.2%
of All Complaints
85.1%
Timely Response
0%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

I do not know 232
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 205
Other debt 56
Credit card 7
Medical 4
Auto 2
Payday loan 2
Credit card debt 1
Mortgage 1
Medical debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 268
2.Communication tactics 92
3.Disclosure verification of debt 52
4.Attempts to collect debt not owed 37
5.False statements or representation 24
6.Written notification about debt 19
7.Improper contact or sharing of info 16
8.Incorrect information on your report 12
9.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 2
10.Incorrect information on credit report 2

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 529
Closed 2
Consumers who disputed the response 9.6%
Credit utilization context for debt-collection consumers

Most consumers facing collection complaints carry utilization in the Fair-Poor band. FICO bands per myFICO + Experian guidance.

Ideal (+0 to +10)0-10Healthy (~0 to -10)10-30Moderate (-10 to -30)30-50High (-30 to -50)50-75Very high (-50 to -70)75-100Maxed (-70 to -100+)100-12030%

FICO impact ranges synthesize myFICO + Experian + Equifax consumer-education materials. Individual results vary.

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2013 17
2014 80
2015 237
2016 80
2017 80
2018 28
2019 9

Complaints by State (Top 15)

California 80
Texas 55
New York 47
Florida 38
Illinois 25
Georgia 24
Massachusetts 22
Tennessee 19
Ohio 18
North Carolina 18
Virginia 15
Maryland 14
Arizona 13
Michigan 13
New Jersey 10

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 15
Consumer Loan - Installment loan 2
Credit reporting 2
Payday loan 1
Your Rights with Debt Collectors

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects you from abusive, unfair, and deceptive collection practices.

  • Request written verification of any debt within 30 days of first contact
  • Dispute a debt if you believe it is incorrect or does not belong to you
  • Demand the collector stop contacting you (in writing)
  • File a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint

What the CFPB Record Shows for Focus Holding Company

Focus Holding Company has 511 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 96.2% of the 531 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 45 states and territories, making this a nationwide collection operation as measured by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. The single most-cited specific issue is "Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed" - a useful starting point for understanding where the friction between this collector and consumers most frequently occurs.

Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 85.1% of forwarded complaints. That is under the 95% benchmark collectors are expected to hit, often a precursor to higher dispute rates. Among resolved cases, 0% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. The response was formally disputed in 9.6% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.

How to read these numbers, and what to do if you're disputing a charge

Complaint volume alone does not prove wrongdoing, larger collection portfolios naturally produce more complaints, but the combination of timely-response rate, relief ratio, and dispute rate above gives a reasonable empirical picture of how this collector handles consumer interactions. Anyone in active dispute with this company should keep written records, use certified mail for verification requests (see your FDCPA rights above), and consider filing a CFPB complaint if standard resolution channels stall.

Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many debt collection complaints does Focus Holding Company have?

The CFPB has logged 511 debt-collection complaints against Focus Holding Company, 96.2% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does Focus Holding Company respond to complaints on time?

Focus Holding Company's CFPB timely-response rate is 85.1%.

Does Focus Holding Company provide relief to consumers?

0% of resolved complaints against Focus Holding Company were closed with some form of consumer relief (monetary or non-monetary).

What type of debt does Focus Holding Company primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, Focus Holding Company's primary debt type is "Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against Focus Holding Company?

Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you can request written debt verification within 30 days, dispute debts you believe are incorrect, demand the collector stop contacting you in writing, and file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint.

In how many states is Focus Holding Company active?

Consumers in 45 states and territories have filed CFPB complaints against Focus Holding Company.

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.