2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Gold Key Credit, Inc.

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical

248
Debt Collection Complaints
90.5%
of All Complaints
97.4%
Timely Response
67.5%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Medical 110
Medical debt 79
I do not know 45
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 9
Credit card debt 3
Other debt 1
Credit card 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 66
2.Attempts to collect debt not owed 60
3.Disclosure verification of debt 45
4.Written notification about debt 39
5.Incorrect information on your report 17
6.False statements or representation 15
7.Communication tactics 13
8.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 7
9.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 4
10.Improper contact or sharing of info 3

Company Responses

Closed with non-monetary relief 185
Closed with explanation 82
Untimely response 7
Consumers who disputed the response 24.4%
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 8
2014 26
2015 32
2016 47
2017 59
2018 78
2019 18
2020 5
2021 1

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Florida 152
New York 48
Ohio 18
Georgia 10
New Jersey 10
Michigan 5
Alabama 4
Louisiana 4
California 4
Maine 2
Illinois 2
Colorado 2
Washington 2
Utah 1
Connecticut 1

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 24
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit repair services 2
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 Gold Key Credit, Inc.

248 debt-collection complaints against Gold Key Credit, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 90.5% of the 274 complaints filed about this entity. The 23 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. "Medical" is the debt type named most often in complaints against this collector, the category consumers reach for most when filing a CFPB report. "Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed" comes up most often as the specific issue cited - worth a look for anyone trying to spot this collector's recurring pain point.

97.4% of CFPB-forwarded complaints against this company get a reply inside the Bureau's 15-day window. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 67.5% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a relatively high ratio for the debt-collection segment. The response was formally disputed in 24.4% 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 Gold Key Credit, Inc. have?

248 debt-collection complaints against Gold Key Credit, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 90.5% of the company's total complaint volume.

Does Gold Key Credit, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

97.4% of the CFPB complaints against Gold Key Credit, Inc. get a response within the expected window. This is considered excellent.

Does Gold Key Credit, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

Gold Key Credit, Inc. closed 67.5% of resolved complaints with some form of consumer relief, monetary or non-monetary. This is a relatively high relief rate.

What type of debt does Gold Key Credit, Inc. primarily collect?

"Medical" is the debt type Gold Key Credit, Inc. is most associated with in CFPB complaint data - see the full breakdown above.

What rights do I have against Gold Key Credit, Inc.?

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 Gold Key Credit, Inc. active?

Gold Key Credit, Inc. has received consumer complaints from 23 states and territories, based on CFPB data.

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.