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Northland Group Inc

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Credit card

CFPB collection forwarding receipt

Forwarded record DC-NORTHLAND-GROUP-IN Northland Group Inc

415 DC complaints · rank #214/656 · 99.8% timely

  • DC 415
  • RANK #214/656
  • TIMELY 99.8%
  • RELIEF 57.8%
  • DISPUTE 9.7%
  • STATES 47
  • ISSUE Cont'd attempts collect deb…
  • RESP Closed with non-monetary re…
  • PHOTO Designed Receivable Solutio…

Photo peer: Designed Receivable Solutions, Inc. (417)

Designed Receivable Solution…417Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC411Direct Recovery Services, LLC422Northland Group Inc (this)415
Debt-collection complaint volume neighbourhood (this collector + nearest volume peers)

Northland Group Inc's 415 debt-collection complaints sit next to Designed Receivable Solutions, Inc. (417) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Northland Group Inc →

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Credit card 150
I do not know 101
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 66
Credit card debt 47
Other debt 20
Auto 10
Medical 6
Non-federal student loan 4
Auto debt 4
Payday loan debt 2
Private student loan debt 1
Federal student loan debt 1
Medical debt 1
Federal student loan 1
Payday loan 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 155
2.Communication tactics 65
3.Disclosure verification of debt 62
4.Attempts to collect debt not owed 42
5.False statements or representation 28
6.Written notification about debt 26
7.Improper contact or sharing of info 20
8.Incorrect information on your report 9
9.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 9
10.Dealing with my lender or servicer 7

Company Responses

Closed with non-monetary relief 261
Closed with explanation 188
Closed 3
Closed with monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 9.7%

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2013 51
2014 111
2015 91
2016 75
2017 56
2018 64
2019 3
2020 2

Complaints by State (Top 15)

California 62
New York 44
Florida 44
Texas 39
Georgia 21
New Jersey 18
Pennsylvania 17
Illinois 14
Ohio 14
Virginia 14
Arizona 12
Massachusetts 11
Washington 10
Colorado 9
Maryland 9

What the CFPB Record Shows for Northland Group Inc

According to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database as aggregated by PlainCredit, Northland Group Inc ranks #214 of 656 debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume (68th percentile), using the same dc_complaints sort as the Collectors directory. Northland Group Inc has 415 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 91.6% of the 453 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 47 states and territories, making this a nationwide collection operation as measured by complaint volume. "Credit card" 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 "Cont'd attempts 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 99.8% of forwarded complaints. That is at or above benchmark levels, pointing to an intake process working as intended. 57.8% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a relatively high ratio for the debt-collection segment. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 9.7% 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

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Frequently asked questions

How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Northland Group Inc have?

The CFPB extract lists 415 debt-collection complaints against Northland Group Inc (#214 of 656 collectors by volume).

Does Northland Group Inc respond to CFPB complaints on time?

CFPB complaints against Northland Group Inc show a 99.8% timely-response rate.

What issue do consumers cite most about Northland Group Inc?

The most-cited issue in complaints about Northland Group Inc is "Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed."

How should I read Northland Group Inc's CFPB complaint record?

Northland Group 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.