QUESTION
Am I responsible for the fees charged by the collection agency?
Asked on Sep 03rd, 2013 on Bankruptcy - New Jersey
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I receive a letter from a collection agency and I in turn pay the debt directly to the creditor.
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Only if the contract between you and the creditor created such liability
Answered on Sep 05th, 2013 at 8:04 AM
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It depends on the underlying agreement. If you agreed to it in a contract, then yes. If not, then it is the responsibility of the creditor to pay the collection agency.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2013 at 12:10 PM