Imagine picking up a call that claims to be from a diversified credit agency, yet the script screams debt collector. Most callers hide behind vague company names and pressure tactics, hoping you’ll hand over personal information without a second thought. The safest move is to pause, ask for a written verification, and cross‑check the number against known company lines. Never confirm account numbers, Social Security, or payment details on the spot. If the call feels off, hang up, block the number, and report it to the FTC or your state consumer protection office. Keeping a log of the call can also help authorities track repeat offenders.
I got a voicemail from somone, they sounded really stern, i would have called back if they didnt sound so annoying.
The caller's claims about my cable connection were entirely false, and after asking a few questions, I realized it was a scam, told them so, and hung up.
When I called back, the company clamed to be Diversified Credit or somthing similer, and seemed to be a bill collector.