Total CFPB complaints
85
All-time across CCDB intake
This data comes from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database and reflects consumer complaints, not proven violations.
2026 CFPB data Public-data reference. FDCPA reference 85 complaints
Hauge Associates, Inc. — Debt Collector Complaint Profile
CFPB complaint profile across 15 states. Updated as new federal complaint data lands in the upstream Consumer Complaint Database.
Complaints by issue type
What consumers report about Hauge Associates, Inc.
- Attempts to collect debt not owed
Attempts to collect debt not owed
26 complaints
- Written notification about debt
Written notification about debt
17 complaints
- Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed
13 complaints
- Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 6
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action
6 complaints
- Communication tactics 6
Communication tactics
6 complaints
- False statements or representation 6
False statements or representation
6 complaints
C
Grade C · 64.4/100 composite
This collector has an average complaint record with moderate complaint volumes and typical response rates.
What do CFPB complaints reveal about Hauge Associates, Inc.?
Hauge Associates, Inc. has accumulated 85 total CFPB complaints across 15 states, with 13 filed in the most recent 12 months against 72 historical complaints before that window. The trailing-12-month volume represents 15.3% of the full complaint history, a rising pattern that suggests escalating consumer friction rather than a legacy book of disputes.
The dominant consumer grievance logged with the CFPB is "Attempts to collect debt not owed", narrowing to "Debt is not yours", which aligns with FDCPA-regulated conduct and signals the operational area most likely to trigger regulator scrutiny. The company posts a 100% timely-response rate against a 8% consumer-dispute-after-response rate, a pairing that calibrates how well its complaint-resolution workflow holds up once a consumer pushes back.
Complaints have been recorded across 15 states, led by Iowa with 43 and Nebraska with 13, which matches a multi-state collection footprint rather than a regional operation. Normalized against the full CFPB collector database, the reputation score of 64.4/100 places Hauge Associates, Inc. in grade band C, a tier reached by blending complaint volume, response timeliness, dispute rates, and issue severity into a single comparable metric.
Complaint Summary
Last 12 months
13
15.3% of total history
Rising ↑
States active
15
Distinct state filings
Timely response rate
100%
Within CFPB SLA window
Consumer disputes
8%
After company response
Reputation grade
C
64.4/100 composite
Response-quality profile
How Hauge Associates, Inc. performs on CFPB resolution-quality metrics versus a fleet average benchmark drawn from the full debt-collection vertical.
Timely response within SLA 100.0%
Vertical avg
CFPB requires companies to respond within 15 days for most complaints; 60 days for credit-reporting.
Consumer dispute rate (post-response) 16.0%
Vertical avg
Lower is better. The percentage of consumers who flagged the company's response as unsatisfactory.
State coverage breadth 26.8%
Share of US states + territories with at least one filed complaint against this collector.
How does Hauge Associates, Inc. compare to its peers?
Hauge Associates, Inc. National average
Complaints (last 12 mo)lower is better
Timely-response ratehigher is better
Consumer-dispute ratelower is better
Source: CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Complaints reflect consumer reports, not proven violations.
Complaint Trend (24 months)
2022-03 2026-02
Top Consumer Issues
Attempts to collect debt not owed26 (%)
Written notification about debt17 (%)
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed13 (%)
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action6 (%)
Communication tactics6 (%)
False statements or representation6 (%)
Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Know Your Rights
If this company is contacting you, you have rights under the FDCPA. They must stop contacting you if you send a written cease-communication request. You can also request written validation of the debt within 30 days.
Issue Detail Breakdown
| Issue | Sub-Issue | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt is not yours | 17 |
| Written notification about debt | Didn't receive enough information to verify debt | 9 |
| Written notification about debt | Didn't receive notice of right to dispute | 8 |
| Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed | Debt was paid | 7 |
| Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed | Debt is not mine | 6 |
| Took or threatened to take negative or legal action | Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged | 6 |
| Communication tactics | Frequent or repeated calls | 6 |
| False statements or representation | Attempted to collect wrong amount | 6 |
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt was paid | 5 |
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt was result of identity theft | 4 |
Where do complaints against Hauge Associates, Inc. come from?
The states where consumers have filed the most CFPB complaints against Hauge Associates, Inc.. Every figure is the company's own complaint count in that state — not a national baseline.
Top states by complaints against Hauge Associates, Inc.
Across 15 states with at least one filing
- Iowa
Iowa
43 complaints
- Nebraska 13
Nebraska
13 complaints
- South Dakota 6
South Dakota
6 complaints
- Illinois 4
Illinois
4 complaints
- Texas 4
Texas
4 complaints
- Colorado 3
Colorado
3 complaints
- Minnesota 3
Minnesota
3 complaints
- New York 2
New York
2 complaints
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common complaint against Hauge Associates, Inc.? ▼
The most common issue consumers report about Hauge Associates, Inc. is "Attempts to collect debt not owed", specifically "Debt is not yours". This is based on 85 complaints filed with the CFPB.
Are complaints against Hauge Associates, Inc. increasing or decreasing? ▼
Complaints against Hauge Associates, Inc. are rising. The company received 13 complaints in the last 12 months, indicating an upward trend in consumer issues.
What is Hauge Associates, Inc.'s reputation grade? ▼
Hauge Associates, Inc. has a reputation grade of C (score: 64.4/100). This collector has an average complaint record with moderate complaint volumes and typical response rates.
Does Hauge Associates, Inc. respond to consumer complaints? ▼
Hauge Associates, Inc. has a 100% timely response rate to CFPB complaints. Consumers disputed the company's response in 8% of cases.
In how many states does Hauge Associates, Inc. operate? ▼
Hauge Associates, Inc. has received CFPB complaints from consumers in 15 states, with the most complaints from Iowa (43 complaints).
What can I do if Hauge Associates, Inc. is contacting me? ▼
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you have the right to request written debt validation within 30 days of first contact. You can also send a cease-communication letter to stop calls. If Hauge Associates, Inc. violates the FDCPA, you may be able to sue for damages up to $1,000 plus attorney fees.
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Data sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCollector Editorial
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| Sources | the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database |