RS Clark and Associates, Inc.
Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.
Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-RS-CLARK-AND-ASSOC RS Clark and Associates, Inc.
524 DC complaints · rank #172/656 · 85.9% timely
- DC 524
- RANK #172/656
- TIMELY 85.9%
- RELIEF 1.4%
- DISPUTE 25.7%
- STATES 32
- ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO SCA Collections, Inc.
Volume peers
Photo peer: SCA Collections, Inc. (523)
RS Clark and Associates, Inc.'s 524 debt-collection complaints sit next to SCA Collections, Inc. (523) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for RS Clark and Associates, In… →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 76 |
| 2025 | 128 |
| 2026 | 45 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for RS Clark and Associates, Inc.
PlainCredit places RS Clark and Associates, Inc. at #172 of 656 debt collectors by CFPB debt-collection complaint volume (74th percentile), matching the Collectors directory ranking. The CFPB has logged 524 debt-collection complaints against RS Clark and Associates, Inc., 82.1% of the 638 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 32 states and territories have filed reports, putting this collection operation in multi-state territory by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Other debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The specific issue named most is "Attempts to 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 85.9% of forwarded complaints. That sits below the 95% industry benchmark, which historically correlates with higher downstream dispute rates. Among resolved cases, 1.4% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 25.7% 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
Two CFPB peer sets for RS Clark and Associates, Inc.: nearest debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume and by the share of complaints consumers mark as disputed. These are cross-firm neighborhoods, not the volume strip on the forwarding receipt above.
Similar complaint volume
Nearest collectors by debt-collection complaint count (524 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (25.7% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does RS Clark and Associates, Inc. have?
RS Clark and Associates, Inc. has 524 debt-collection complaints in the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database, ranking #172 of 656 collectors by that volume.
Does RS Clark and Associates, Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?
The timely-response rate for RS Clark and Associates, Inc. in this extract is 85.9%.
What issue do consumers cite most about RS Clark and Associates, Inc.?
Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about RS Clark and Associates, Inc..
How should I read RS Clark and Associates, Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?
Treat the counts as a public complaint record, not a credit score or legal finding. Pair this page with PlainCredit guides on debt-collection rights and how to file a CFPB complaint if you have an active dispute.
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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.
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