2026 data Public-data reference. official source

United Credit and Collections Inc.

A federal complaint-record lookup, not a rating from us.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other debt

115
Debt Collection Complaints
81%
of All Complaints
97.9%
Timely Response
9.2%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

I do not know 47
Other debt 42
Rental debt 12
Private student loan debt 7
Credit card debt 3
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 2
Auto debt 1
Mortgage debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 41
2.Written notification about debt 29
3.False statements or representation 21
4.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 12
5.Incorrect information on your report 12
6.Improper use of your report 10
7.Communication tactics 8
8.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 2
9.Disclosure verification of debt 2
10.Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 2

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 129
Closed with non-monetary relief 12
Closed with monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 25%
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
2016 1
2017 8
2018 4
2019 5
2020 4
2021 5
2022 15
2023 20
2024 30
2025 45
2026 5

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Missouri 27
Texas 17
North Carolina 17
Georgia 11
South Carolina 10
Florida 10
Pennsylvania 10
Maryland 8
Illinois 6
Virginia 3
Minnesota 3
New York 2
Kentucky 2
Mississippi 2
Massachusetts 2

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 15
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 10
Consumer Loan - Installment loan 1
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge 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 United Credit and Collections Inc.

The CFPB has logged 115 debt-collection complaints against United Credit and Collections Inc., 81% of the 142 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 25 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 97.9% of forwarded complaints. That figure meets the industry benchmark and indicates an intake process that is functioning on schedule. Among resolved cases, 9.2% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. The response was formally disputed in 25% 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 United Credit and Collections Inc. have?

The CFPB has logged 115 debt-collection complaints against United Credit and Collections Inc., 81% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does United Credit and Collections Inc. respond to complaints on time?

97.9% of the CFPB complaints against United Credit and Collections Inc. get a response within the expected window. That is a strong response record by CFPB standards.

Does United Credit and Collections Inc. provide relief to consumers?

United Credit and Collections Inc. closed 9.2% of resolved complaints with some form of consumer relief, monetary or non-monetary.

What type of debt does United Credit and Collections Inc. primarily collect?

United Credit and Collections Inc. primarily collects "Other debt" based on CFPB complaint data. The full breakdown of debt types is shown above.

What rights do I have against United Credit and Collections 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 United Credit and Collections Inc. active?

United Credit and Collections Inc. has received consumer complaints from 25 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.