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Stop Ad Astra Recovery Services Debt Harassment

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at Mike Agruss Law.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Over 8000+ consumer rights cases settled.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.

Is Ad Astra Recovery Services harassing you over a debt? Stop the harassment. Get Money. And you won’t pay us a dime for our services. Whether you owe the debt or not, you are protected under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).

Ad Astra Recovery Services is a collection agency that has been in business since 2007. Ad Astra Recovery Services is headquartered in Witchita, KS.

Ad Astra Recovery Services’ website claims, “Combining quality employees with sophisticated technology, Ad Astra ensures productivity and reliability.” Instead, this company appears to hound people using spyware and aggressive letters, neither of which are necessarily in line with the FDCPA. The FDCPA has been around for almost 35 years. The FDCPA is a federal law that applies to every state. In other words, everyone is protected by the FDCPA. The FDCPA is essentially a laundry list of what debt collectors can and cannot do while collecting a debt, as well as things debt collectors must do while collecting a debt.

According to the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER), Ad Astra Recovery Services has been sued nearly 20 times in the last 3 years for debt collection harassment. The Better Business Bureau has processed 46 complaints on Ad Astra Recovery Services in the same length of time.

Ad Astra Recovery Services has several telephone numbers it places debt collection calls from. Ad Astra Recovery Services may be calling you from the following telephone numbers: 866-398-2089, 316-771-8890, 877-399-0143

If Ad Astra Recovery Services has harassed you over a debt, you may be entitled to money damages up to $1,000.00. Plus, the FDCPA has a fee-shift provision. This means, the collection agency pays your attorney’s fees and costs. We have settled over 1,500 debt collection harassment cases. Let us help you today. Contact Mike Agruss Law at 888-572-0176 to stop Ad Astra Recovery Services once and for all.

 

Submitted Comments

Amy
9 years ago
Took out a payday loan for $1000, now ad astra wants $2,300. advised dad have cancer and can't pay. tried to negotiate a paid to delete but would not work with me.
Patrick
8 years ago
i was reaching out to you because Ad Astra made a $1,345.00 charge to my well fargo account for a speedycash loan in 2013. My issue is that I used my IBC account to open the application but never once did I ever give my wells fargo account to Ad Astra or speedycash. When i called them and confronted them about where did they get my account and debit card information and they chose to hang up instead. I'm just seeing if there is anything that can be done about this situation. Thank you
Bryan
8 years ago
AD ASTRA Recovery contacted me and claimed I had a loan with Speedy Cash. I told them I didn't send me verifiable proof of the account because its Identity Theft. They told me they had no information to send proof to verify account gave no information either.I spoke to fraud dept. I told them account wasn't mine ,sent letters claiming Identity theft from authorities.After these people knew this was Identity Theft they reported collection accounts to all three bureas.They after having all paperwork proving theft refuse to delete the collection accounts.I have tried disputing with the bureas but they are still there . This company has deliberately harmed me by damaging my credit with untrue information and lies.Identity Theft is bad enough without ASTRA reporting lies and harming my credit. I want to sue them.
Robert G.
7 years ago
AT THIS TIME i'M IN A CHAPTER 13 WHICH I'M SURE THEY ARE AWARE OF. I'M PRESENTLY RECEIVING EMAILS AT WORK WHICH I DELETE. HOWEVER I DID SEND ONE OR TWO TO MY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE WHICH THEY RESPONDED THAT IT MAY BE A SCAM.
Donna
7 years ago
Ad Astra Recovery Services is claiming I owe them money but will not send me any information on the debt.
Ronald
7 years ago
I took out a loan with SpeedyCash. I do owe them and be willing to pay the directly. But Ad Astra showed up on my credit report and they sent me emails wanting me to make payments to them. Anything I can do?
Jay
7 years ago
This company called my ex's cell phone over and over talking about a personal business matter.
Neramith
7 years ago
I want to sue ad Astra recovery I filed chapter 7 bankruptcy on April 2014 on Speedycash. It was discharged on July 2014 , ad Astra recovery have violated the bankruptcy injunction and they knew about it and still trying to collect and have damage my credit just recently. If they been sued so many time and violated fair debt collections how they stay in business and do this to people? Houston texas I contacted the original creditor which is Speedycash bankruptcy department , they are aware of my discharged . They said they related the message to ad Astra recovery about the information . I called ad Astra recovery and the First Lady said she sees the bankruptcy on file The second lady for ad Astra recovery was mean and rude . When I asked why you collecting a debt that was discharged in bankruptcy and to remove from my credit report . Her response was \" Jesus Christ you're not on file \" I said your reported to all three of my credit report and she transfer me to a voice mail I asked for an account number and ad Astra recovery said that I was not in system and no account number but why are you reporting to my credit report . They have damage my credit and my lively hood!
Lee
6 years ago
i called to see about a settlement and now they want stop calling me pls help!
Dawn
6 years ago
I had a loan with Speedy Cash, and had been unable to pay it after Hurricane Harvey. I let them know what was going on and they were not helpful at all. They are now calling my work, and after reading what they are capable of, I am afraid of what else they might do. They are already showing up on my credit report.
Dawn
6 years ago
I did have a loan through Speedy Cash, due to Hurricane Harvey, I was unable to make payments. Now that I just had surgery to remove cervical cancer, I am still having financial difficulties. Ad Astra is now calling my work, and already shows on my credit report. After reading other tactics they have, I am worried about what else they may do!
Leticia
6 years ago
astra recovery calling work place!
Kevin
6 years ago
AD ASTRA has reported account under my name from speedy cash. I have let them know that My idenity was stoled. Each there were like 2 accounts like 3800.00 Now they are reporting over 14, 000. 00 under my name each noth the amount goes up and more account are being added I have asked for documentation and t=nothing. This company needs to be stopped.
Erica
5 years ago
I am receiving emails from someone that states there is a warrant out for my arrest not since I did not pay $987 to them. He would not send me any paperwork or tell me what company he is from!
Leonor
5 years ago
AdAstra bought a debt i had owed to the original company and continues to attempt to collect. Original creditor is Speedy Cash. My main concern is not having money to pay any lawyer fees to dispute my case with this collection agency!
Jessica
5 years ago
I have been receiving weird calls from local and non-local numbers for a while never leaving messages, Got 2 calls back to back this morning finally leaving messages telling me I have until 5pm EST to contact Asta regarding a debt. Well technically I'm between states, but their calling from a number associated to my phone number 501 area code. It's like a phone hider or something only did I actually get 888 calls with messages this morning. I work all day and getting 2 messages advising have till 5pm EST at noon to try to research or look at what it's about is not enought time. I'm not sure I don't know what is needed. I believe I located the debt on credit report and need to call within the next hour as I do not want legal action filed. Is it over the computer or my phone?!
Bernadette
5 years ago
I explained to Ad Astra and Plaza Services that I am on disability which makes me exempt from collections...they are both reporting it on my credit even though they can't collect!
Angela
5 years ago
Ad Astra has been harassing me with back to back mail letter for a $900 past due bill for Rapid cash; since late 2015. I even paid it online through ad Astra's website, in 2017. I still have the confirmation receipt. It's the one and only item that's been stuck on my credit report and causing me to be denied for any credit issuer or bank that I apply for. I have a 649 score!
Anthony
4 years ago
Ad Asrta just created and cashed a $793.08 check against my bank account on a balance from 3/20/17. Is this legal? Was not aware I had a balance due! Had a title loan around that time but paid it off.
Dann
4 years ago
They took money out my account without permission
Ronald
4 years ago
Paid and still being harassed, and asking for full balance again.
Matthew
4 years ago
I had a debt with speedy cash and now it is in collection with ad Astra. A week or so ago they carded however I never made any arrangements with them. Is there anything I can do.
Manuel
4 years ago
I had a payday loan with speedy cash, due to losing job and having surgery i defaulted. Now ad astra has the account and keep calling me that they can take money out if my bank if they want to. What can i do?
Jessica
4 years ago
Being harrassed
Ann Marie
3 years ago
The debt occurred in Arizona but I live in California now. I took out a title loan it's been almost 12 years ago and I want my title back. I believe after 10 years the lien null and void
Louis
3 years ago
They had generic letters without their information sent to my email. They refuse to give me any information on the loan. They reported the loan origination date as of 2017, when it was 2014.
Micheal
3 years ago
They wrote a check in my name without my consent and now I'm 1000$ negative on my account and may get kicked out of my place due to this!
MARCUS
3 years ago
Ad Asrta just created and cashed a $587.50 check against my bank account. Is this legal? Was not aware I had a balance due!
Donecia
3 years ago
My bank account was debit by Ad Astra by an echeck that I didn’t authorized for $1,566 by Ad Astra without my knowledge.
Danielle
3 years ago
Ad Astra created a RCC and debuted my bank account for 438.62. Without my knowledge or consent last week. From a debt over a year ago. That was all my grocery and household money! What do I do???
Danielle
3 years ago
Ad Astra created a RCC and debuted my bank account for 438.62. Without my knowledge or consent last week. From a debt over a year ago. That was all my grocery and household money! What do I do???
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Danielle. I'll give you a call about what Ad Astra did. Do you have a judgement against you? If they withdrew money without a court order, they could be in violation of the law. Let's discuss this further and see what we can do to get you help. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Donecia. Ad Astra has hundreds of complaints against them on the BBB website and your story sounds like many that I've heard in dealing with this debt collector. I would like to talk more about this with you. Please give my office a call and we can discuss your options. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Marcus. Have you asked for a debt validation letter from Ad Astra? Ad Astra purchases debts from other companies and attempts to collect on them, so your debt may have been with another company. If you'd like assistance in dealing with them, please give me a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Michael. I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with this poor customer service from Ad Astra. Please consider a consumer lawyer to help with your situation, my law firm is experienced in dealing with Ad Astra and I would like to see if I can help you so you don't lose your residence. I will give you a call and we can talk. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Louis. Demanding a debt validation letter is the best first step you can take in dealing with Ad Astra. If they refuse to do so, you should consider hiring an attorney to help. If you'd like assistance, give my law firm a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Ann Marie. While the statute of limitations limits the amount of time that a debt collector can take you to court, it does not stop them from pursuing the debt even after that time. If you'd like help in dealing with Ad Astra, give me a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Jessica. What type of harassment are you suffering from from Ad Astra? I would be happy to help you, please call me at your earliest convenience. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Manuel. I'm going to give you a call to discuss your situation and if they can take money from your account. Thanks for sharing your story. Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Matthew. You might have some options in dealing with this debt, feel free to give me a call to discuss what those might be. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Ronald. Have they stated why they're asking for a full balance payment when you've paid them off? Do you have proof of the payment? If you do and can send over that with any paperwork you have from them, I would be happy to look it over. My email is [email protected]. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hello Dann. If you didn't have a court judgement against you, it is illegal for a debt collector to take money from your account. I would like to talk about this with you and see if we can get this resolved. I'll be in contact with you. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Anthony. If you don't have a court judgement against you regarding a debt, a debt collector cannot access your money. This doesn't apply to the Federal government or for debts that are to the same bank where a consumer keeps their money, but for general debts, it is illegal. I would be very upset if this happened to me. Please give me a call at 312-224-4695 so we can work on this together. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Angela. I would like to see the payment you made and any paperwork you have from Ad Astra. I'm sure it's frustrating that you can't get this resolved and I would be happy to see how I can help you. You can send over that information to my office at [email protected] and I will call you once I've reviewed them. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Bernadette. What type of debt is this that they're trying to collect on? If it is a general type of debt--one that isn't a student loan, child support, or back taxes--then yes, it would likely be exempt from collections. With that being said, being on disability does not stop debt collectors from attempting to collect, including reporting negative marks on your credit report, suing you, or seizing income that isn't related to your disability income. I would suggest contacting my office to discuss your rights and options in dealing with Ad Astra. 312-224-4695 Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Jessica. This sounds like a threat to get you to call them quickly and these types of threats are often just that, something to scare you. They are not permitted under the law to threaten you with legal action. If you need assistance in dealing with Ad Astra, please give me a call and we can go to work for you to stop these calls. Thanks, Mike 312-224-4695
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Leonor. If Ad Astra Recovery Services has harassed you over a debt, you may be entitled to money damages up to $1,000.00. Plus, the FDCPA has a fee-shift provision. This means, the collection agency pays your attorney’s fees and costs--costing you nothing. Please give me a call and we can have a free, no-obligation consultation. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Erica. Collections agencies typically do not have the authority to issue warrants or put you in jail. Under the FDCPA, they are also not allowed to threaten legal action unless they intend to follow through with it. If your debt was in the criminal justice system, then yes, you could have a warrant out for your arrest, as well as missing a court date regarding the debt. Do you have a copy of the email I can look at? My email address is [email protected]. If they are refusing a debt validation letter, they are violating your rights. Let's talk more about this. Please feel free to contact me at my office and I will contact you as well. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Kevin. Have you taken steps to alert the authorities of your stolen identity? Under the law, you have limited liability for identity theft debts, but you must work on reporting that this happened. You can start here: https://www.identitytheft.gov/Assistant# I would also be happy to talk to you about this further if you have additional questions. Give me a call and we will work with you on this frustrating situation. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Leticia. Have you informed Ad Astra to stop calling you at work? You have that right under the FDCPA. You have other rights as well, which I would be happy to discuss with you. Give me a call and we will have a free, no-obligation consultation. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Dawn. I'm sorry that you're dealing with some health issues, I'm sure trying to heal and deal with Ad Astra isn't easy. I can certainly discuss what they've done to you and your credit report and help prevent further tactics. I will give you a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Lee. You have the right to make these calls stop. I can certainly work with you on this situation. Please call me at 312-224-4695. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Neramith. Debt collectors will go to any length to get their money, including affecting your livelihood. Have you spoken with you bankruptcy lawyer about what Ad Astra is claiming and doing? If you don't have access to them, feel free to reach me at 312-224-4695. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Jay. Debt collectors are permitted to contact your friends and family in an attempt to get a method of contact for you. They are not permitted to disclose anything personal about your or your debt. Did they do this when they contacted your ex? Has your ex told them to stop calling? You have rights under the FDCPA and I can help you with getting this taken care of. I will be in touch. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Ronald. It is likely that SpeedyCash sold your debt to Ad Astra. You may be able to settle with SpeedyCash, however they do not have to allow this if they've sold the debt. I can help you to get this taken care of, please give me a call at 312-224-4695. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Donna. You have the right to request a debt validation letter from Ad Astra before sending them any money. I can help you to get this proof of debt from them. My law firm is experienced in dealing with Ad Astra and other debt collectors who look to bend the law. Please give me a call at 312-224-4695. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Robert. Your lawyer could request a debt validation letter from Ad Astra to confirm or deny that the debt is legitimate. It may be that one of your other debts was sold to Ad Astra, but it is best to verify this. Thanks for sharing your story, it helps other consumers to see what types of behavior these debt collectors will take part in. Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hello Bryan. Have you filed an identity theft report through the FTC? If Ad Astra won't remove the negative report, you can ask the credit bureaus to investigate. If this still doesn't resolve the issue, you can also file with CFPB. If you would like further assistance, give me a call at 312-224-4695. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Patrick. I'm no longer surprised by the things that debt collectors do, so it doesn't surprise me that they gained access to your Wells Fargo account. If they didn't have a judgement against you, what they did may be illegal. I will give you a call to discuss this further. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Amy. Debt collectors can be ruthless and it doesn't surprise me that they won't work with you under these terrible circumstances. You may have some other options, though. I will call you to talk about them. Thanks, Mike
Nycole
3 years ago
I have been receiving letters
Michael Agruss
3 years ago
Hi Nycole. What do the letters say? Can you send one over to me at [email protected]? I will look it over and contact you. Thanks, Mike

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