Unexpectedly, dozens of callers claim to represent Benchmark Services while demanding payment for phantom debts. Most use a generic toll‑free number (866‑374‑5242) that never shows on caller ID and threaten lawsuits or wage garnishment. The safest move is to never call the return number; instead request written validation of the debt by certified mail. Verify the business through the Better Business Bureau or your state attorney general, and report the call to the FTC and your phone carrier. Block the offending number and spread the word that legitimate lenders do not rely on vague voicemails to collect.
Repeated calls from this number have resulted in only a voice message with an 866 number, requesting a return call
When receiving these calls, simply ask for their full business name and a physical address to verify the debt; if they refuse, it's likely a scam, and you should hang up.
I have been ignoring these calls for approximately 15 years, as they originate from various sources
I got a call from this number, it was automated and asked me to call them back or press 1 to speak with an agent, seemed fishy so i hung up
A claim was made regarding an outstanding payday loan, which warrants further investigation.
Noticably, i recieve numerous daily recordings from this company, it's an automated generic voice mail, they dont adress me by name
It seems the authorities are not concerned with these calls, and it's unclear who else has been notified about this issue
It's disturbing how they have acces to all my informaton, including my spouse's, and have been leaving messages, so I decided to call back.
Can somebody tell me who are this peoples?
A caller with a local area code claimed it was important to return the call to be connected to a live representative, but the request for assistance seemed unwarranted.
Similar to experiences with 866 374 5243, the message emphasized the importance of a callback, suggesting they were eager to discuss something further.
Benchmark services made a call from one of these numbers and requested a callback to 866-374-5242, without asking for me by name.
A message was left instructing me to call back for an important message, but the vagueness of the request raises suspicions, and if the matter were truly urgent, a more direct and personal approach would be expected.
Despite receiving a call from 701.666.0003 with a voicemail about an urgent matter from Benchmark Services, it's the third time they've called from different numbers within four months.
A call was made to me claiming I owed money for an online loan from Cash USA, but I've never taken out such a loan and the caller's number didn't match the one I received.
A claim was made that I had borrowed $500 in 2017 and now owe $1990, threatening legal action if not paid; recognizing this as a scam has been a relief.
Initially thought to be about an appointment, the call requested a prompt callback but yielded no answer when attempted.
Recieved a call on my work number from a (928)316-9239, saying its an urgent matter, i called the number and a guy answered, saying its about a civial complaint.
It dosnt realy matter weather you rember or not, becuase the fact is:
A woman from 866-350-5447 called me, claiming to be from Benchmark, she said i took a loan from check into cash before 2016 that was unpaid, and the balance was $2500, but the original loan was only $900, she offered to settle with me for $450, i dont rember taking out this loan and she used alot of jargon, talking about garnishment and legal procedures if i didnt pay, i havent recieved any court summons or proof to support this claim, i think this is a aggressive collection agency trying to scam me
A message was left claiming to be regarding a claim in mediation, stating they had spoken with me before, which is false, and provided a callback number, but I won't be engaging with this obvious scam
I'm continously recieving calls from this number, it's definitly a scam!
For several days, I have been receiving 2-3 calls daily from different local numbers, with voicemails from Benchmark Services asking me to call back at 866-374-5242, but upon researching, no business with this name can be found online.
I just recieved a call from this number, and they left a message with another number, it's defenetly a scam
A call was received from an 858 area code, with a voice message requesting a return call to Benchmark Services, likely a scam or collection agency.
Multiple calls were received, including one with a different caller ID, and a subsequent call at home with a request to call back, claiming an important matter.
The caller from Benchmark services failed to ask for anyone specifically. Notably, two different numbers were used, and a Google search yielded no results, although there is a call center by that name. This has led me to suspect that it might be a fake company or a scam.
Repeatedly, I've been targeted by fake collection agencies that pose as legitimate entities, but it's essential to ignore their attempts.
After returning the call, I was informed they handle civil and bargaining complaints, and the representative seemed annoyed that I only called to inquire about their purpose
A call from this number claimed I had an important message, and when I called back, a voicemail stated it was an internal service, appearently