I am trying to pay off an old debt with a collection agency. I understand that I need to get it in writing that it will be settled before I pay them; however, they tell me that they will ONLY accept check by phone. No debit cards, no cashiers check, only check by phone. I won't do it. I've been screwed in the past by doing this. I asked the CSR....what does someone do if they don't have a checking account?....she replied that they have to get someone who does have a checking account and give them the money directly. This sounds very fishy. She said this procedure was dictated by "the client" (Macy's/Marshall Field). Any insight?
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Thanks for the advice; no, I won't give out my checking info. I got the email address of a supervisor and told her in no uncertain terms that I will not do a check by phone, and that if their client refuses to take anything else, then they won't get their money. I also now have it in writing that they refuse to take my money, so if they ever decide to pursue anything further, well.....they won't take my cashiers check, so what do you want me to do? :)