SLMS can assist students in negotiating with creditors and other debt collection
issues. We also help with consumer protection and fraud. Common issues in these
areas include:
Fair credit reporting
ID theft (link to ID theft question on FAQs page)
Fair debt collection practices
New and used automobile sales
SLMS advises all students to
Read all contracts for credit cards and other services very carefully
before signing
Be sure to thoroughly document all interactions with third party collections
agencies and other creditors seeking to collect payment on debts, include dates
and times and the name of the person you talked to if possible.
Be wary of internet scams and providing sensitive financial and/or personal
information on-line.
Do not wait to be sued before contacting SLMS or the creditors directly
regarding debts.
