2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc.

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt

93
Debt Collection Complaints
87.7%
of All Complaints
100%
Timely Response
0.9%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Medical debt 39
Medical 16
I do not know 14
Other debt 10
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 4
Auto debt 3
Rental debt 2
Auto 2
Credit card debt 2
Private student loan debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 21
2.Written notification about debt 20
3.Communication tactics 10
4.False statements or representation 10
5.Incorrect information on your report 9
6.Disclosure verification of debt 9
7.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 8
8.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 7
9.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 6
10.Taking/threatening an illegal action 2

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 104
Closed 1
Closed with monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 20%
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
2013 6
2015 5
2016 10
2017 12
2018 4
2019 12
2020 7
2021 10
2022 7
2023 11
2024 6
2025 16

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Oregon 82
California 9
Arizona 4
Washington 4
Tennessee 2
Alabama 1
Maryland 1
Wisconsin 1

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 9
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 2
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing 1
Credit reporting 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 Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc.

93 debt-collection complaints against Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 87.7% of the 106 complaints filed about this entity. The 8 states and territories represented make this a geographically focused operation by complaint volume. "Medical 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 specific issue named most is "Attempts to collect debt not owed," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.

100% 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. Of resolved cases, 0.9% closed with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer, which is a notably low relief ratio and worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. The response was formally disputed in 20% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.

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 Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. have?

93 debt-collection complaints against Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 87.7% of the company's total complaint volume.

Does Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

100% of the CFPB complaints against Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. get a response within the expected window. That is a strong response record by CFPB standards.

Does Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

0.9% of resolved complaints against Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. were closed with some form of consumer relief (monetary or non-monetary).

What type of debt does Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. primarily collect?

Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. primarily collects "Medical debt" based on CFPB complaint data. The full breakdown of debt types is shown above.

What rights do I have against Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc.?

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 Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. active?

Southern Oregon Credit Service, Inc. has received consumer complaints from 8 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.