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New Jersey Debt Collection Regulations

State Debt Collection Regulations

new jersey Debt Collection Licensing

  • While there is no licensing requirement for debt collectors in New Jersey, companies must annually file the Collection Agency Bond Application and keep their bond active.
  • Non-compliance with requirements may result in hefty fines

 

nj Debt Collection Requirements

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bond

$5K

exemptions

background check

Collector Registration

resident manager

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Key Details

New Jersey Debt Collection Requirements

Licensing

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Regulatory Authority

The NJ Division Of Revenue and Enterprise Services – Commercial Information Services Bureau mandates that all debt collectors must annually must file the Collection Agency Bond Application.

 

Application Process

If you’d like more information about the application process, contact Cornerstone or visit the state regulating site.

 

Maintaining Licensing

Companies must keep their bond active and comply with all applicable federal and state regulations. It is important to maintain great record keeping practices to ensure no questions about compliance arise.

 

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Operating without proper compliance could result in fines or being prohibited from conducting business in the state.

 

Expert Assistance

With so many possible pitfalls and ways to not have a collection agency license approved, many businesses utilize licensing experts like Cornerstone to navigate the process successfully.

Bonds

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Bond Requirement

There is a surety bond requirement of $5k in New Jersey.

Background Check

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Requirements

There is no background check requirement in New Jersey

Collector Registration

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Requirements

Collector registration is not required in New Jersey

Resident Manager

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There is no resident manager requirement in New Jersey

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This information is not intended to be, nor is it, legal advice. It is intended for education and information purposes only. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of requirements.  We make no warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or reliability of this information. We are not attorneys. You must retain your own attorney to receive legal advice. While Cornerstone strives to provide the most current and accurate state licensing information, the responsibility for any decision related to state licensing or agency compliance is solely yours.