2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Sentry Credit, Inc.

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Rental debt

CFPB collection forwarding receipt

Forwarded record DC-SENTRY-CREDIT-INC Sentry Credit, Inc.

427 DC complaints · rank #208/656 · 96.4% timely

  • DC 427
  • RANK #208/656
  • TIMELY 96.4%
  • RELIEF 1.1%
  • DISPUTE 8.5%
  • STATES 39
  • ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
  • RESP Closed with explanation
  • PHOTO Atlantic Recovery Solutions…

Photo peer: Atlantic Recovery Solutions LLC (429)

Atlantic Recovery Solutions …429The Phoenix Recovery Group423Meridian Financial Services,…423Sentry Credit, Inc. (this)427
Debt-collection complaint volume neighbourhood (this collector + nearest volume peers)

Sentry Credit, Inc.'s 427 debt-collection complaints sit next to Atlantic Recovery Solutions LLC (429) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Sentry Credit, Inc. →

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Rental debt 130
I do not know 125
Other debt 72
Credit card debt 37
Auto debt 14
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 13
Credit card 13
Medical debt 9
Auto 4
Mortgage debt 3
Medical 3
Telecommunications debt 2
Non-federal student loan 1
Private student loan debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 186
2.Written notification about debt 80
3.False statements or representation 55
4.Incorrect information on your report 38
5.Improper use of your report 29
6.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 22
7.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 21
8.Communication tactics 18
9.Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 14
10.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 13

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 516
Closed with non-monetary relief 6
Consumers who disputed the response 8.5%

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2013 8
2014 13
2015 13
2016 9
2017 29
2018 12
2019 9
2020 16
2021 35
2022 46
2023 60
2024 133
2025 139

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Texas 92
Florida 71
California 54
Georgia 47
Washington 38
Virginia 28
Illinois 20
Maryland 19
Pennsylvania 12
Nevada 11
Louisiana 11
North Carolina 9
Arizona 9
New York 9
Oregon 8

What the CFPB Record Shows for Sentry Credit, Inc.

According to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database as aggregated by PlainCredit, Sentry Credit, Inc. ranks #208 of 656 debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume (68th percentile), using the same dc_complaints sort as the Collectors directory. 427 debt-collection complaints against Sentry Credit, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 81.8% of the 522 complaints filed about this entity. The 39 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Rental debt" as the debt type behind their complaint 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 96.4% of forwarded complaints. That figure meets the industry benchmark and indicates an intake process that is functioning on schedule. 1.1% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 8.5% 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 Sentry Credit, Inc. have?

The CFPB extract lists 427 debt-collection complaints against Sentry Credit, Inc. (#208 of 656 collectors by volume).

Does Sentry Credit, Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?

CFPB complaints against Sentry Credit, Inc. show a 96.4% timely-response rate.

What issue do consumers cite most about Sentry Credit, Inc.?

Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about Sentry Credit, Inc..

How should I read Sentry Credit, Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?

Sentry Credit, 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.