Key Takeaways

  • 498 debt collection complaints from Vermont.
  • Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC has the most complaints (27).
  • Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed.
498 Total debt collection complaints
30 Companies involved
11 Distinct issues

Top Companies for Debt collection in Vermont

Common Issues

Attempts to collect debt not owed 118
Communication tactics 82
False statements or representation 71
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 60
Written notification about debt 59
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 39
Disclosure verification of debt 32
Improper contact or sharing of info 21
Taking/threatening an illegal action 6
Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 6

How Companies Respond

Breakdown of how companies respond to debt collection complaints from Vermont.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 397 79.7%
Closed with non-monetary relief 74 14.9%
Closed with monetary relief 10 2%
Closed 8 1.6%
Untimely response 5 1%
In progress 4 0.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many Debt collection complaints have been filed in Vermont?

    498 complaints about debt collection have been filed from Vermont.

  • Which company gets the most debt collection complaints in Vermont?

    Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC leads with 27 debt collection complaints in Vermont.

  • What is the most common issue with debt collection in Vermont?

    The most frequently reported issue is Attempts to collect debt not owed with 118 complaints.

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