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Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC

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Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Credit card debt

411
Debt Collection Complaints
94.1%
of All Complaints
99.8%
Timely Response
0%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

I do not know 181
Credit card debt 121
Telecommunications debt 47
Other debt 30
Medical debt 17
Payday loan debt 9
Auto debt 3
Rental debt 2
Private student loan debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 139
2.Electronic communications 130
3.Written notification about debt 40
4.Communication tactics 40
5.False statements or representation 24
6.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 23
7.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 15
8.Incorrect information on your report 11
9.Improper use of your report 7
10.Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 3

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 437
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
2024 87
2025 270
2026 80

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Texas 50
California 47
Florida 40
New York 34
Georgia 25
Maryland 20
Pennsylvania 18
Michigan 13
New Jersey 13
Virginia 12
Illinois 12
Massachusetts 11
Ohio 10
Oregon 10
Arizona 9

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 22
Debt or credit management - Debt settlement 2
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card 1
Credit card - Store credit card 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 Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC

411 debt-collection complaints against Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC appear in the CFPB record - 94.1% of the 437 complaints filed about this entity. The 45 states and territories represented make this a nationwide operation by complaint volume. "Credit card debt" is the debt type named most often in complaints against this collector, the category consumers reach for most when filing a CFPB report. 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.

The company's timely response rate is 99.8%, meaning that share of CFPB-forwarded complaints received a reply within the 15-day window the Bureau expects. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 0% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage.

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 Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC have?

Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC has 411 debt collection complaints filed with the CFPB, representing 94.1% of all complaints against this company.

Does Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC respond to complaints on time?

Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC's CFPB timely-response rate is 99.8%. That is a strong response record by CFPB standards.

Does Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC provide relief to consumers?

0% of resolved complaints against Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC were closed with some form of consumer relief (monetary or non-monetary).

What type of debt does Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC's primary debt type is "Credit card debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC?

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 Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC active?

Consumers in 45 states and territories have filed CFPB complaints against Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC.

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.