2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

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

100
Debt Collection Complaints
88.5%
of All Complaints
97.3%
Timely Response
0.9%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Credit card debt 43
Auto debt 17
Credit card 13
Other debt 10
I do not know 10
Auto 4
Payday loan debt 1
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 1
Medical 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.False statements or representation 26
2.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 24
3.Written notification about debt 17
4.Communication tactics 12
5.Attempts to collect debt not owed 12
6.Incorrect information on your report 3
7.Taking/threatening an illegal action 3
8.Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 2
9.Disclosure verification of debt 2
10.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 2

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 112
Closed with non-monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 50%
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
2014 1
2015 9
2016 7
2017 8
2018 7
2019 6
2020 4
2021 7
2022 11
2023 25
2024 9
2025 17
2026 2

Complaints by State (Top 15)

North Carolina 93
South Carolina 13
Virginia 3
Florida 2
New York 1

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 3
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan 3
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report 1
Checking or savings account - CD (Certificate of Deposit) 1
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Check cashing service 1
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Money order 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 Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP

100 debt-collection complaints against Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP appear in the CFPB record - 88.5% of the 113 complaints filed about this entity. The 5 states and territories represented make this a geographically focused operation by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Credit card debt" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. "False statements or representation" comes up most often as the specific issue cited - worth a look for anyone trying to spot this collector's recurring pain point.

97.3% of CFPB-forwarded complaints against this company get a reply inside the Bureau's 15-day window. That is at or above benchmark levels, pointing to an intake process working as intended. 0.9% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. In 50% of resolved cases, the consumer formally disputed the response - a rough measure of how often the first resolution missed the mark.

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 Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP have?

100 debt-collection complaints against Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP appear in the CFPB record - 88.5% of the company's total complaint volume.

Does Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP respond to complaints on time?

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP's CFPB timely-response rate is 97.3%. That puts it among the more responsive collectors in the CFPB dataset.

Does Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP provide relief to consumers?

Of resolved complaints against Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP, 0.9% ended with consumer relief of some kind.

What type of debt does Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP primarily collect?

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP primarily collects "Credit card debt" based on CFPB complaint data. The full breakdown of debt types is shown above.

What rights do I have against Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP?

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 Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP active?

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP has received consumer complaints from 5 states and territories, based on CFPB data.

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.