Key Takeaways

  • 724 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Debt collection (213).
  • Timely response rate: 81.2%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 23.2% of resolved complaints.
724 Total complaints
81.2% Timely response rate
23.2% Consumer disputed rate
Debt collection Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against 1st Franklin Financial Corporation break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Debt collection 213 29.4%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 178 24.6%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 132 18.2%
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan 80 11.0%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 66 9.1%
Consumer Loan 37 5.1%
Vehicle loan or lease 5 0.7%
Mortgage 4 0.6%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 3 0.4%
Credit card 2 0.3%
Bank account or service 1 0.1%
Credit card or prepaid card 1 0.1%
Credit reporting 1 0.1%
Payday loan 1 0.1%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about 1st Franklin Financial Corporation.

Incorrect information on your report 151
Improper use of your report 127
Attempts to collect debt not owed 90
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 58
Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 37
Problem when making payments 30
Struggling to pay your loan 29
Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 24
Charged fees or interest you didn't expect 18
False statements or representation 17

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, 1st Franklin Financial Corporation responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how 1st Franklin Financial Corporation has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 715 98.8%
Closed 6 0.8%
Closed with monetary relief 1 0.1%
In progress 1 0.1%
Untimely response 1 0.1%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against 1st Franklin Financial Corporation.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against 1st Franklin Financial Corporation

  1. Contact 1st Franklin Financial Corporation directly. Many issues can be resolved by calling their customer service line or submitting a written complaint.
  2. File a complaint with the CFPB. Visit consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company must respond within 15 days.
  3. File with your state attorney general. Your state AG's consumer protection division investigates patterns of complaint.
  4. Consult a consumer protection attorney. If you've suffered financial harm, an attorney can advise you on your legal options including potential lawsuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many complaints does 1st Franklin Financial Corporation have?

    1st Franklin Financial Corporation has 724 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about 1st Franklin Financial Corporation?

    The most common issue reported is Incorrect information on your report with 151 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against 1st Franklin Financial Corporation?

    You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company is required to respond within 15 days. You can also contact your state attorney general or consult a consumer protection attorney.

  • Does 1st Franklin Financial Corporation respond to complaints on time?

    1st Franklin Financial Corporation has a 81.2% timely response rate, meaning that percentage of complaints received a response within the CFPB's required timeframe.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed April 2026.