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Are debt collection agencies allowed to add interest to the original debt?

April 26, 2017agencies allowed collection debt original

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Are debt collection agencies allowed to add interest to the original debt?

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If the original agreement allows a debt collector to add interest during the debt collection process or if state law allows it, the FDCPA does not prohibit adding interest to the original debt. State law determines the maximum interest a collector may charge.