2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Investment Retrievers, Inc.

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Auto debt

164
Debt Collection Complaints
78.1%
of All Complaints
95.2%
Timely Response
0.5%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

I do not know 50
Auto debt 48
Credit card debt 19
Credit card 16
Other debt 13
Auto 13
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 4
Payday loan debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 44
2.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 33
3.False statements or representation 20
4.Written notification about debt 17
5.Incorrect information on your report 16
6.Improper use of your report 14
7.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 14
8.Communication tactics 12
9.Disclosure verification of debt 9
10.Improper contact or sharing of info 5

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 209
Closed with non-monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 22.7%
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 2
2014 8
2015 18
2016 12
2017 15
2018 22
2019 4
2020 4
2021 17
2022 19
2023 19
2024 19
2025 42
2026 9

Complaints by State (Top 15)

California 79
Texas 58
Florida 17
Louisiana 8
Georgia 7
Nevada 7
Illinois 6
Maryland 4
South Carolina 3
New Jersey 3
Alabama 3
New York 3
Virginia 2
Colorado 2
Arizona 1

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 22
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 15
Credit card 3
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report 2
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan 1
Consumer Loan - Vehicle 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 Investment Retrievers, Inc.

164 debt-collection complaints against Investment Retrievers, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 78.1% of the 210 complaints filed about this entity. The 21 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Auto debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report 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.

95.2% 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. Among resolved cases, 0.5% 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 22.7% 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 Investment Retrievers, Inc. have?

Investment Retrievers, Inc. has 164 debt collection complaints filed with the CFPB, representing 78.1% of all complaints against this company.

Does Investment Retrievers, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

Investment Retrievers, Inc. has a 95.2% timely response rate. That puts it among the more responsive collectors in the CFPB dataset.

Does Investment Retrievers, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

Of resolved complaints against Investment Retrievers, Inc., 0.5% ended with consumer relief of some kind.

What type of debt does Investment Retrievers, Inc. primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, Investment Retrievers, Inc.'s primary debt type is "Auto debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against Investment Retrievers, 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 Investment Retrievers, Inc. active?

CFPB data shows consumer complaints against Investment Retrievers, Inc. from 21 states and territories.

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.