Phantom Payday Loan Collection Calls

A bbb report about a rental scam that cost someone $400.0. Learn how to avoid falling victim.

Source: bbb | Scam Type: Rental | Amount Lost: $400.0 | Date: April 10, 2026
Numerous calls claiming I took a Payday Loan in VA for $400 like 13 years ago & now in collections. I have had over 10 different companies call me and try & collect. I have told them all THAT IT WAS NOT ME, and to provide documentation on this 'LOAN' I took out, and they have never supplied such. They have my Name, SSN, Address, Phone etc. I have documented most of the calls & numbers. Total Scam!!! I have NOT taken any Payday loans, let alone in VA. I have lived in FL for over 21 years.

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