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FirstCollect complaints
Filed under FirstCollect, Inc.
Consumers have filed 17 complaints about FirstCollect since 2016, 1 of them in the last 12 months. It answered 100% on time and closed 0% with relief for the customer. The most common problem is false statements or representation.
Rated once a company has 25+ complaints in 12 months. How it works
- Complaints on record
- 17
- Last 12 months
- 1
- Answered on time
- 100%
- Closed with relief
- 0%
- Last 30 days
- 0
- Rank
- #1,510 of 1,963
Since November 2016
new vs the year before
Industry: 96.5%
Typical debt collector: 24%
Newest: Feb 9, 2026
Most complained-about debt collectors
FirstCollect complaints by month
The busiest month was July 2021 (2 complaints). Complaints rise with a company's size and with news, so compare trends rather than totals.
How FirstCollect answered all time
- Closed with explanation17100%
"Closed with explanation" means the company replied but gave no money back and changed nothing. What each answer means
What FirstCollect complaints are about
Top FirstCollect problems
Inside "Attempts to collect debt not owed"
- Debt is not yours 4
- Debt was result of identity theft 2
- Debt was paid 1
- Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed 1
Where FirstCollect complaints come from
Most complaints: Delaware (9), Virginia (1), Illinois (1), Maryland (1), North Carolina (1).
FirstCollect compared with other debt collectors
| # | Company | Score | 12 months | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green SquareDebt collection | 10 | 25 | F |
| 2 | EMoneyUSADebt collection | 53 | 25 | C |
| 3 | Mullooly Jeffrey Rooney & FlynnDebt collection | 56 | 25 | C |
| 4 | Credit World ServicesDebt collection | 47 | 25 | D |
| 5 | Keynote ConsultingDebt collection | 10 | 25 | F |
| 6 | Augusta Collection AgencyDebt collection | 10 | 25 | F |
| 7 | Advance Bureau of CollectionsDebt collection | 19 | 25 | F |
| 8 | FirstCollectDebt collection | - | 1 | - |
Compare side by side: FirstCollect vs Green Square · FirstCollect vs EMoneyUSA · FirstCollect vs Mullooly Jeffrey Rooney & Flynn · FirstCollect vs Credit World Services
What people say about FirstCollect
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Full log| Received | About | Issue | Answer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | Debt collection | False statements or representationAttempted to collect wrong amount | Explained |
| May 8, 2025 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt is not yours | Explained |
| May 18, 2024 | Debt collection | Written notification about debtDidn't receive notice of right to dispute | Explained |
| Apr 25, 2022 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt is not yours | Explained |
| Jan 7, 2022 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt was result of identity theft | Explained |
| Aug 25, 2021 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt was paid | Explained |
| Jul 27, 2021 | Credit reporting | Incorrect information on your reportPublic record information inaccurate | Explained |
| Jul 22, 2021 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt was result of identity theft | Explained |
| Dec 23, 2020 | Debt collection | Attempts to collect debt not owedDebt is not yours | Explained |
| Mar 28, 2020 | Debt collection | Written notification about debtDidn't receive enough information to verify debt | Explained |
| Dec 10, 2019 | Debt collection | Written notification about debtDidn't receive notice of right to dispute | Explained |
| May 1, 2019 | Debt collection | Communication tacticsUsed obscene, profane, or other abusive language | Explained |
Questions about FirstCollect
How many complaints does FirstCollect have?
FirstCollect has 17 complaints on record since November 2016, including 1 in the last 12 months and 0 in the last 30 days. That makes it number 3,042 of every company by complaints this year.
Does FirstCollect respond to complaints?
Yes. FirstCollect answered 100% of its complaints on time (within 15 days) and closed 0% with relief - money back or a fix; 0% ended with money back. The rest were mostly closed with an explanation only.
What do people complain about most with FirstCollect?
The most common problems are false statements or representation (1), attempts to collect debt not owed (8), written notification about debt (5).
Is FirstCollect legit?
FirstCollect is a real company with a public complaint record: consumers have complained about it 17 times and it answers through the official complaint process. Whether it is right for you depends on the details - see is FirstCollect legit? for the signals, red flags and how to protect yourself.
How do I file a complaint against FirstCollect?
Complain to FirstCollect in writing first and keep a copy. If it isn't fixed, file an official complaint with the federal consumer financial regulator - the company must answer, usually within 15 days. Our step-by-step guide: how to file a complaint against a company. Then share your experience here so others know.
Where do most FirstCollect complaints come from?
Most come from Delaware (9), Virginia (1), Illinois (1). Big states file more complaints, so the map shows complaints per 100,000 people.
Complaint records are public consumer complaints filed with U.S. regulators, checked (newest received Nov 15, 2026). Complaints are consumers' own accounts and are not verified; counts grow with a company's size. How the data works
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