Key Takeaways

  • 1,323 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Debt collection (369).
  • Timely response rate: 99.0%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 20.0% of resolved complaints.
1,323 Total complaints
99.0% Timely response rate
20.0% Consumer disputed rate
Debt collection Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against American First Finance, Inc. break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Debt collection 369 27.9%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 304 23.0%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 253 19.1%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 202 15.3%
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan 115 8.7%
Credit card 21 1.6%
Consumer Loan 15 1.1%
Credit card or prepaid card 15 1.1%
Vehicle loan or lease 13 1.0%
Checking or savings account 11 0.8%
Debt or credit management 4 0.3%
Mortgage 1 0.1%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about American First Finance, Inc..

Incorrect information on your report 303
Attempts to collect debt not owed 183
Charged fees or interest you didn't expect 166
Improper use of your report 131
Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 92
False statements or representation 66
Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 54
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 49
Problem with the payoff process at the end of the loan 45
Written notification about debt 41

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, American First Finance, Inc. responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how American First Finance, Inc. has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 876 66.2%
Closed with non-monetary relief 274 20.7%
Closed with monetary relief 173 13.1%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against American First Finance, Inc..

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against American First Finance, Inc.

  1. Contact American First Finance, Inc. 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 American First Finance, Inc. have?

    American First Finance, Inc. has 1,323 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about American First Finance, Inc.?

    The most common issue reported is Incorrect information on your report with 303 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against American First Finance, Inc.?

    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 American First Finance, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

    American First Finance, Inc. has a 99.0% 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.