Yes it does actually work. Collectors rarely actually validate the debt because most of the debts in fact are not valid. Some just back off because receiving a well worded debt validation letter means you have consulted the FDCPA (or at least a good debt/credit forum) and know what you're doing.
Yes, it is possible to have credit card debt forgiven, although it is not a common occurrence. Credit card debt can be forgiven through a variety of methods, including debt settlement negotiations with the lender, debt management programs, and in some cases, bankruptcy.
Unfortunately, my circumstances are unlikely to improve in the foreseeable future and I have no assets to sell to help clear my debt. I am therefore asking you to consider writing off my debt as I can see no way of ever repaying it. If you are unable to agree to this, please explain your reasons.
Whenever someone tries to collect a debt, ask for all of their company's information, including: The collector's full name. Company name. Company address. Company phone number. Company website address. Company email.
What a Debt Validation Letter Should Include A statement that the notice is coming from a debt collector. Your name and mailing information. The collection agency's name and mailing information. The name of the creditor (or creditors) you owe the debt to. The account number associated with the debt (if any)
In a Nutshell The statute of limitations on debt in New York state is three years.
For example, a collector cannot make threats of violence or use obscene or profane language, or repeated annoying telephone calls. They cannot make false or misleading statements about the amount owed or whom they represent. The law also prevents collectors from giving false credit information about you to anyone.
Unfortunately, my circumstances are unlikely to improve in the foreseeable future and I have no assets to sell to help clear my debt. I am therefore asking you to consider writing off my debt as I can see no way of ever repaying it. If you are unable to agree to this, please explain your reasons.
The New York State Debt Collection Procedures Law prohibits creditors (and their agents) from: communicating the nature of your debt to your employer before obtaining a judgment against you. threatening to take an action that it cannot or would not normally undertake.