406-205-1473

Called my cell and left a message with a case # and that it would b in my best interest to call.
They used my maiden name, and I have been married for years.
Scam!

I received a call from 406 205 1473 telling me there is a "pending claim" against me and that I should call or have my attorney call them

They called me, leaving me an unidentified message, saying I have a case with "this office" and that I need to press 1 to speak to a representative, using my case number to identify myself. I did, nothing happened, and the recording continued. If this is a scam, it doesn't achieve much. I'm definitely not calling back. This is the second time they've called in 24 hours, though. Blocking the number now.

Received a call from this number, provided a case number and instructed to press 1 to speak to a representative. When pressed 1 the recording played over. There was no identification of the company just for me or my attorney to contact the number.

12/2/15 Cell phone call mid-day, same as above comments:  left message for us to call, and a long # to use for ID, a legal issue.  Must be all bull.  Will not call back.

12/07/15-Received a call to call them back and they provided me a case # to call them back or my attorney to call them back, I have them on my block list. Have no clue what company is. I think this is a scam

I got a call from Standly Richardson saying that a person is on their way to serve me for a collection debt I have. That I owed them $387 and now that accrued to over $3900 dollars. He is talking about court and everything. He mentions the plaintiff to be Ace cash express and I had previously used them so far its all confusing. I hear him out and after we hang up I call Ace Cash Collection with my ss# they show nothing open on their end as far as collection goes. Waiting for this man to call me back.
TO ALL: BEWARE THEY ARE USING LEGIT DEBT COLLECTION NAME, YOUR CORRECT INFO AND PRIOR HISTORY BUT THEY ARE NOT VALID
**SCAM**SCAM**SCAM**

Same as everyone else happened only for someone unknown. I called to let the number and got Stanley and explained there is no one working here by that name. (There is a statue of limitations on claims for bad debt. Texas is 3 years. Nothing more to do after that.)

Received call for someone not even living here...I know the person and no money owed. Total scam..it's tax return time

Received a message stating it was an important legal matter, state and federal. Was left a case number.  Called back spoke with a Melvin Bell, said I took out a loan through Cash Now ( payday loan). I had a $3000 but after "speaking" to his clients they wanted $800.  Yeah right.  Be careful.

Just got the message myself. Good to know, thanks. Will not waste time in calling back

Same, got call saying I owed for online loan @ cashnow from 3 years ago. Guy new where I worked, last 4 of my SS#. Said I owed $4000. When I asked when & how much was original loan, he couldn't tell me that. Named company I was working at, at that time, havne't worked there in 7 years. Tried to scare me saying summons will be served in next few days. Talked with Stanley Richardson from Michael Michael Green & Associates.

How can I verify whether or not a debt collector is legitimate?
Here are a few warning signs that could signal a debt collection scam:

The debt collector threatens you. Legitimate debt collectors probably won't claim that they'll have you arrested or claim that they or their employees are law enforcement officers.

The debt collector refuses to give you information about your debt or is trying to collect a debt you do not recognize. You have certain rights to ask a debt collector to verify the debt. You can use this sample letter to request this information. Ask for an explanation in writing before you pay.

The debt collector refuses to give you a mailing address or phone number.

The debt collector asks you for sensitive personal financial information. You should never provide anyone with your personal financial information unless you are sure they're legitimate.
If you think that a caller may be a fake debt collector:

Ask the caller for his or her name, company, street address, telephone number, and professional license number. Many states require debt collectors to be licensed. Check the information the caller provides you with your state officials, or the state in which the debt collector holds a license. If the caller refuses or is unable to provide you with information about his company, or if you can’t verify the information he provides, do not give money to the caller or company.

Tell the caller that you refuse to discuss any debt until you get a written "validation notice." This notice must include:
The amount of the debt
The name of the creditor you owe
A description of certain rights under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If a caller refuses to give you all of this information, consider requesting this information in writing or seeking assistance before paying the debt to make sure the debt, and the company, are valid.

Tip: You can consider sending the collector a letter requesting the information by using one of the CFPB's sample letters. You can also submit a complaint to the CFPB or you can contact your state Attorney General’s office.

Do not give the caller personal financial or other sensitive information. Never give out or confirm personal financial or other sensitive information like your bank account, credit card, or Social Security number unless you know the company or person you are talking with is a real debt collector. Scam artists, like fake debt collectors, can use your information to commit identity theft such as:
Charging your existing credit cards
Opening new credit card or checking accounts
Writing fraudulent checks
Taking out loans in your name

Contact your creditor. If the debt is legitimate – but you think the collector may not be – contact your creditor about the calls. Share the information you have about the suspicious calls and find out who, if anyone, the creditor has authorized to collect the debt.

Report the call. Submit a complaint with the CFPB or get in touch with your state Attorney General's office with information about suspicious callers.

Stop speaking with the caller.If nothing else works and you believe the calls are fraudulent, send a letter demanding that the caller stop contacting you, and keep a copy for your files.

Tip: You can use this sample letter to write a letter demanding the debt collector stop contacting you. By law, real debt collectors must stop calling you if you ask them to in writing.

Tip: If you're having trouble with debt collection, you can submit a complaint with the CFPB online or by calling (855) 411-CFPB (2372).

http://www.consumerfinance.gov/

We got the EXACT same call yesterday. I called back today and asked for their business information and he would not give me anything. Tried to get me to give him info. I am going to report it.

I got a call from a company by the name of Michael Green & Associates. The person on the call name was Rebecca. The first call I received from them was last week from 406-205-1473. They told my husband that I was going to be served paper work. She told him the last 4 digits of my social and ask him to verify it. My husband got really upset and called me as he was speaking with the Rebecca. She told him that I committed a crime and I was going to be charged. I called her back and she told me that I was going to be served with paper work for a very old pay day loan that I knew nothing about..  She stated that the amount had went from 500 bucks to 3800. She told me that she would settle with me in the amount of $864 and that I could set up payments for that amount.  I asked her who is suppose to be serving me and when? . She said she did not know.

I asked her how long ago was this loan supposedly done, she told me it could have been 36 -42 months maybe longer. I asked who was the loan through she said Alliance Payday Loan. I asked her to provide the necessary documents to show proof of the debt . She stated that she could email it to me and I would need to sign paper work for a payment agreement. I told her by law I thought you have to mail it to me since I requested it.  Rebecca stated that since this was a sensitive matter that needed to be address asap she could only email it. She than got upset with me when I told her I was going to contact my lawyer.

She called me again this morning from a new number 307-200-0857 saying she needs to hear from me today.. I don't feel like this is legitimate. I ask for paper work , the company will not produce it. They call from so many different numbers: I was a victim of identity theft and I have never had an issue with a company providing proof of any debt that I owe. I did a search for the numbers and found that other people have gotten these threatening call too. I want them to stop harassing me.

406-205-1473
307-200-0857
877-496-2373
844-734-3609

MICHAEL MICHAEL GREEN & ASSOC.
Posted in:  https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-678-280-9185
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-855-252-8513
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-406-205-0416
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-844-383-8831
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-844-531-9290
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-877-496-2373
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-844-734-3609
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-406-205-1473

Their web page gives no physical address:  http://www.mmgassociates.com/#!contact/c3kh
BBB gives them a C with 27 complaints and an alert-“BBB files indicate that this business has a pattern of complaints concerning the billing or collections issues area. Specifically, complaints are alleging improper collections practices.

and also lists a PO box in North Carolina: http://www.bbb.org/charlotte/business-reviews ... ewell-nc-310792
Bizapedia has them as being in business for 2 years and 6 months:  http://www.bizapedia.com/nc/MICHAEL-MICHAEL-GREEN-ASSOCIATES-LLC.html
North Carolina Department of State Information with a real address for them:
________________________________________
    Name    Name Type
      MICHAEL, MICHAEL, GREEN & ASSOCIATES, LLC    LEGAL
Limited Liability Company Information
________________________________________
    SOSID:    1268131
    Status:    Current-Active
    Effective Date:    7/10/2012

    Citizenship:    DOMESTIC
    State of Inc.:    NC
    Duration:     PERPETUAL
    Annual Report Status:     CURRENT

Registered Agent
________________________________________
    Agent Name:    MICHAEL, MONCRIEF

    Office Address:    8105 OLD CONCORD RD, SUITE 144
NEWELL NC 28126-1007

    Mailing Address:    8105 OLD CONCORD RD, SUITE 144
NEWELL NC 28126-1007
Principal Office
________________________________________
    Office Address:    8105 OLD CONCORD RD, SUITE 144
NEWELL NC 28126-1007

    Mailing Address:    8105 OLD CONCORD RD, SUITE 144
NEWELL NC 28126-1007
Officers/Company Officials
________________________________________
    Title:    MANAGING MEMBER
    Name:    MONCRIEF MICHAEL
    Business Address:    8105 OLD CONCORD RD, SUITE 144
NEWELL NC 28126

Some other complaints and another phone number that they use:
http://michael-michael-green.pissedconsumer.com/
http://www.scamcallfighters.com/scam-call-8553677674-Posing-as-Michael-Michael-Greene-and-Associates-Want-me-to-pay--1800---Extortion-Scam-11330.html
Per Tamianth:

The BBB page has been updated also:

Now has a street address:
Michael Michael Green & Associates, LLC

Phone: (844) 434-8908
Fax: (877) 926-7003
8105 Old Concord Rd., Ste. 144, Newell, NC 28126-0144
http://www.mmgassociates.com

Additional Complaint Information

BBB files indicate that this business has a pattern of complaints concerning the billing or collections issues area. Specifically, complaints are alleging improper collections practices.

On February 19, 2015, Michael Michael Green & Associates, LLC was informed of this concern via email and invited to discuss the pattern of complaints and determine ways in which the pattern might be alleviated.

On April 3, 2015, Mr. Michael met with BBB staff to discuss issues surrounding the company's patterns of complaints.

Mr. Michael provided the following information:

1. Collectors (term given to employees of company) are instructed to call each telephone number of the debtor (term given to individuals who owe money) only once. The collectors are to leave a message with the following information ONLY: company name, name of debtor they are try to reach, collector's name, collector's telephone number, and request for debtor to contact company.
2. When the debtor calls the company and requests a reason for the message, the company provides information on the debt.
3. If the debt is challenged, the company sends validation of possible debt by fax or mail.
4. If the debtor claims the debt was paid, the company will request validation of payment or will call the company.
5. There is script for the collectors to follow.
6. Most (but not all) calls are recorded up until the time the debtor agrees to provide payment. At that point, the recording ends. The call is then transferred to the financial department. Information regarding payment is not recorded as this is considered confidential.
7. They are aware of the Federal Trade Commission Fair Debt Collection Practices.
8. The company, at one point, expected the collectors to review and understand FTC regulations after which they were expected to take a text.

Moving forwarded, the following was discussed in hopes of alleviating the pattern of complaints:

1. Mr. Michael agreed to provide the BBB with updated company information. This will ensure that BBB has current, complete and accurate information.
2. Mr. Michael stated his plan to begin the recording of all collection calls so as to ensure that proper FTC collection regulations are being followed.
3. Complaints and their allegations of inappropriate collection practices may be negated by supplying the BBB with complete recordings of the conversations in their entirety.
4. As a best practice, Mr. Michael stated his plan to reinstitute the practice of his collectors reading the FTC Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
5. As a best practice, Mr. Michael stated his plan to reinstitute the practice of having his collectors take a test on the FTC Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
6. As a best practice, BBB suggested to Mr. Michael that he have his collectors sign statements indicating their understand of the FTC Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Other complaints:
http://www.scamcallfighters.com/scam-call-8447153421-michael--michael-green---associates-failure-to-appear-in-court-problem-Debt-Collection-21607.html
http://www.scamcallfighters.com/scam-call-8553677674-Posing-as-Michael-Michael-Greene-and-Associates-Want-me-to-pay--1800---Extortion-Scam-11330.html
http://www.scamcallfighters.com/scam-call-8447153421-michael--michael-green---associates-failure-to-appear-in-court-problem-Debt-Collection-21607.html
http://jerkcall.com/1-877-874-4745
https://www.callercenter.com/406-206-9833.html

Federal law (FDCPA) requires them to send you a letter (US MAIL ONLY) within 5 days of their first contact that contains their name, physical address, the creditor’s name, and the amount of the alleged debt.  It also must contains “mini-Miranda” telling you that it is an attempt to collect a debt and that all information will be used for those purposes.  The one other important thing that this letter must also have in it is that you have a right to dispute the debt within 30 days of receipt of the letter and if you do so, all collection activity must be stopped until the debt is verified.

Read up on your rights here, get template letters to send and also make a complaint at this government site: http://www.consumerfinance.gov/

Also file a complaint with your State Attorney General's office.
List of State AG’s offices:  http://consumerfraudreporting.org/stateattorneygenerallist.php

Got a call from this number no message sure it's a scam blocked the number.  Really get a real job.

These people keep calling my mother out in California threatening her that they are going take me to court if there is no money paid. They will not give any information on this case My mom is 85 years old and doesn't need this B.S.

Then you need to do this and your mother does as well.

You need to send them a certified, return receipt debt validation, cease and desist calling, or "not me" letter.  You also need to report them to the proper agencies to which I have provided links to.  Then you need to go out and get a consumer lawyer to sue them on a contingency basis (no money out of your pocket) and let them pay you for the harassment.  If everyone did these three things, these crooks would be bankrupt and we would all be the richer for it.

Everything else you need to know is in my previous post.