The caller claimed there was an issue with my SSN and requested I call back, but the message seemed fake, especially since the caller was laughing beforehand.
GFN & Associates scam call warning!
Summary — +18007488163
Expert Opinion
Block the number immediately and report it to the FTC; these calls are a classic scam that masquerade as a debt collector using fake legal firms like GFN & Associates. They rely on prerecorded threats, name‑dropping an attorney, and pressure tactics to steal personal info. Keep a log of dates, voicemail scripts, and caller ID, then forward the recordings to the FTC or your state’s consumer protection agency. Use your phone’s built‑in spam filter or a third‑party app to silence future robocalls. Never share Social Security or banking details with unknown callers, and consider a call‑blocking service for added protection.
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Recent Reports for (800) 748-8163
Its been 3 year's now, they keep calling, and everytime i block ther number, they just call from another one, its actully quite amuzing at this point, they dont give up
A guy named Steven McKinley claimes i have several violations, but i dont think so, so i didnt call him back
Exercising caution is crucial as this number is associated with a recorded message threatening litigation, and when called back, the person on the other end requests personal information verification under the guise of a complaint filed against the recipient.
I recieved the same recording as Cali, somthing about a scam, not sure what it's about though.
Obviously, stated they were with a law firm concering several complaints against my information, this is bogus crap
I also recieved a message on a recorded line, with threat's of further action and a offer to pay to settle the debt
The caller falsely claimed to be from GFN & Associates, stating I had violations under my name, but the firm's actual business is accounting and consulting in Maryland.
I received a prerecorded message from this number.
I'm skeptical about the 'Debt Validation Letter' from a company based in Georgia, especialy since their website is relatively new, i'll investigte further
This number was associated with a Debt Validation Letter from a questionable debt collector called Lyrad Solutions